Fearing potential leaks of private conversations, the 75-year-old monarch has opted for stringent precautions to avoid becoming the subject of a new royal tell-all.
Expressing a palpable loss of trust in the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, the King, uneasy about the couple's next steps, has made the controversial decision to exclude them from the royal Christmas festivities following the media exposure of details from their last phone call.
Insiders revealed to Vanity Fair that there is "no chance" the US-based couple, along with their children Archie and Lilibet, will receive an invitation to spend the Christmas season with the rest of the royal family, potentially exacerbating tensions.
While the King reportedly "would love" to spend time with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, the perceived hostility, particularly from Prince William and Kate, complicates the delicate situation.
King Charles is compelled to distance himself from his disgruntled son Harry and Meghan due to their propensity for drama, leaking details of their royal life to the media.
Advisers and senior members of the royal family have cautioned the monarch to exercise caution in communication with the Sussexes, recognizing the heightened sensitivity surrounding the matter.
