One such story was published by The Sunday Times, claiming that Prince Charles' younger son had turned down an invitation to his father's milestone birthday. However, a spokesperson for the Duke of Sussex has rebuffed these claims, asserting that there was "no contact regarding an invitation to His Majesty's upcoming birthday."
King Charles has faced criticism for his failure to apologize for Britain's colonial past, and further controversy arose when he and Camilla were criticized for using "unnecessary" red carpets to avoid stepping on African soil during their visit.
The relationship between Charles and his younger son has been strained for years, particularly intensifying after the release of Harry's memoir, "Spare," earlier this year. Some insiders within the royal circle have suggested that if the rift is to be healed, it would likely be for the sake of public appearances.
A former palace staffer explained, "Ultimately, Charles has not only a personal but also a strategic need to resolve the issue. It's not sustainable for the king, who is the national symbol of unity, to be on such bad terms with his son." As these tensions persist, the public remains captivated by the dynamics within the royal family.
