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King Charles III and Prince Harry | Source: Getty Images
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Report: Latest Step in Prince Harry and Prince Charles' Reconciliation Revealed, Sparking Speculations

Tetiana Kalna
Jul 13, 2025 - 04:09 A.M.

After years of distance, the father and son now appear open to reconciliation. Still, it's uncertain who made the first move to mend their bond.

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King Charles III and his youngest son, Prince Harry, have reportedly made notable progress in repairing their strained relationship, a rift that has captured public attention.

A netizen comments on King Charles III and Prince Harry's reconciliation efforts | Source: Facebook/People

A netizen comments on King Charles III and Prince Harry's reconciliation efforts | Source: Facebook/People

Last week, senior aides reportedly met at a London club, known for supporting global unity, to begin what insiders called a "rapprochement process" between the Sussexes and the Royal Family.

While it's still unknown who reached out first, sources see the gathering as the clearest sign yet that both sides want to fix the long-standing divide. A source explained:

"There's a long road ahead, but a channel of communication is now open for the first time in years."

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A netizen comments on King Charles III and Prince Harry's reconciliation efforts | Source: Facebook/People

A netizen comments on King Charles III and Prince Harry's reconciliation efforts | Source: Facebook/People

The meeting stayed informal, centered around drinks and honest conversation. Prince Harry sent Meredith Maines, his top aide from Montecito, who flew in from Los Angeles.

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The public quickly weighed in, sharing a range of thoughts on the development. "Probably. Harry's side wanting money ..[sic]" one person wrote. Another added, "King Charles has 10 years left at best doesn't surprise me he talks to his son if you know what i mean [sic]."

Someone else shared, "Harry worried that he might not be in Charlie's will needs to start creeping [sic]." More followed with one person writing, "They are trying to get their inheritance 😂😂😂😂," and another adding, "Harry doesn't deserve it bad mouthing his family!"

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As the debate continued, the tone of the conversation began to shift, with some users taking a more understanding view of the situation.

"Royalty titles aside, they're father & son and irreplaceable. Hopefully they can make amends before it's too late," one person wrote. Another added, "Good! Father and son need to reconcile. I don't blame Harry at all for the moves he's made!!!"

As previously reported, the Duke of Sussex shared that he wants to repair his relationship with his father. Prince Harry has said he is willing to reconcile with his family, but insists that efforts to mend ties may not go anywhere if his relatives are unwilling to meet him halfway.

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Prince Harry arrives with security at the High Court in London on April 9, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry arrives with security at the High Court in London on April 9, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

Speaking to BBC News in a newly aired interview recorded after the loss of his legal appeal over royal security, the Duke of Sussex expressed a mix of sadness, urgency, and clarity about his future.

Prince Harry attends the second day of his U.K. court hearing over reduced security on April 9, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry attends the second day of his U.K. court hearing over reduced security on April 9, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

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"I would love reconciliation with my family," he said. "There's no point continuing to fight anymore. As I said, life is precious. I don't know how much longer my father has. You know, he won't speak to me because of this security stuff. But it would be nice to reconcile." He added, "If they don't want that, that's entirely up to them."

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The interview came shortly after a U.K. court dismissed his attempt to overturn the government's decision to downgrade his police protection when he is in Britain. Harry had argued that the ruling subjected him to "unjustified and inferior treatment." However, on May 2, 2025, the Court of Appeal upheld the decision, rejecting his claim.

Harry arrives at Britain's High Court in London for his legal fight over U.K. security on April 8, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

Harry arrives at Britain's High Court in London for his legal fight over U.K. security on April 8, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

During his conversation with BBC's Neda Torfić, Harry said he was "Obviously, pretty gutted about the decision." The prince, who is now 40, also said he is currently unable to return to the United Kingdom with his wife and children. "We thought it was going to go our way, but it certainly hasn't," he shared.

The Duke, who resides in California with his wife, Meghan, and their children, Archie and Lilibet, said he has only returned to the U.K. for funerals, court hearings, and the occasional charity event.

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"I put myself at risk for that, but I will continue on with a life of public service," he said. "I can't see a world in which I would be bringing my wife and children back to the U.K. at this point. And the things that they're going to miss is—well, everything. [sic]"

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The tension between Harry and the royal institution appears to hinge largely on his loss of security. "Just because you spoke there about forgiveness—it sounds like the last step to repairing relations with your family is the security issue, by what you said there," Torfić noted.

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Prince William, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, talk  with King Charles III as they attend the Commonwealth Day service on March 11, 2019 in Westminster Abbey, London | Source: Getty Images

Prince William, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, talk with King Charles III as they attend the Commonwealth Day service on March 11, 2019 in Westminster Abbey, London | Source: Getty Images

"One hundred percent," Harry replied. "Whatever noise has been created, whatever stories have been written—this has always been the sticking point." He went on to explain how the decision to remove his protection in 2020 stunned him.

"God forbid anything should happen. And I don't regret that at all," he said of his decision to step away from royal duties. "I thought with all the disagreements and all of the chaos that's happening, the one thing that I could rely on is my family keeping me safe."

Prince Harry at the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey on May 6, 2023 in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry at the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey on May 6, 2023 in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

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But instead, he said, "Not only did they decide to remove my security in the U.K., but they also signaled to every single government around the world not to protect us." Harry shared that the effect of the ruling is deeply personal.

Prince Harry outside Westminster Abbey in London on September 19, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry outside Westminster Abbey in London on September 19, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Reflecting on the rift, Harry acknowledged that some wounds may never fully heal, saying, "Of course, some members of my family will never forgive me for writing a book. Of course they will never forgive me for lots of things." Still, he expressed, "It would be nice to reconcile."

Prince Harry at Westminster Abbey on May 6, 2023 in London, England | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry at Westminster Abbey on May 6, 2023 in London, England | Source: Getty Images

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The idea is one Harry said he learned while engaging with First Nations communities in Canada through the Invictus Games. "Their goal in life was always truth and reconciliation," he explained. "And I turned around to them in many conversations—I said, 'Right, but reconciliation can't come without truth.'"

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after he delivers his remarks at the Invictus Games welcome reception in Whistler, Canada, on February 10, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after he delivers his remarks at the Invictus Games welcome reception in Whistler, Canada, on February 10, 2025 | Source: Getty Images

"Well, I've now found out the truth. I've shared some of it with you today. A lot of it exists out there—whether people choose to ignore it or not," he said. "So it would be nice to have that reconciliation part now. If they don’t want that, that's entirely up to them."

In response to the BBC segment, Buckingham Palace issued a statement. "All of these issues have been examined repeatedly and meticulously by the courts, with the same conclusion reached on each occasion," stated a spokesman.

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Prince Harry pictured on September 14, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry pictured on September 14, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Prince Harry's desire to return to the United Kingdom has been complicated not just by legal outcomes but also by public opinion.

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