Amid Prince Harry's genuine attempts to reconnect with his father, King Charles, especially during the latter's battle with cancer, there's an apparent standoff with his brother, Prince William, who remains resolute in keeping Harry at arm's length from the family.
An insider suggests that as the Prince of Wales prepares to assume complete control over the family, William, even more steadfast than Charles, vehemently opposes Harry's reintegration into the fold. Despite Harry expressing his desire to visit more frequently in a conversation with Good Morning America, it seems that William is likely to thwart those plans. The source asserts that Harry is now officially considered an outsider, adding to the ongoing drama.
Simon Case and EXA Prince William are highlighted for their significant roles in shaping the royal response to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's controversial demands, notably in early 2020. Recently disclosed court documents reveal Case's involvement in Harry's legal battle over British taxpayer-funded security for himself and his family.
Unfortunately for the Duke of Sussex, he lost the case, resulting in a 52-page document dump that divulged extensive details, including lengthy testimonies about the discussions surrounding their decision to step away from public service and embrace Hollywood's allure.
On January 8th, 2020, an announcement was made regarding Prince Harry's decision to step back from official royal duties and his public role. Court papers further reveal the detailed arrangements discussed to give effect to this announcement, largely the work of Simon Case. Following a meeting at Sandringham on January 13th, 2020, described by Harry as an "agreement of sorts" which media dubbed as the "Sandringham agreement," tensions escalated when Harry found himself excluded from King Charles's strategic plans for the monarchy's future.
Despite Harry's readiness to step in and temporarily resume his official duties in light of his father's illness, Charles, William, and Camilla quickly shut down the notion, citing concerns over his motives. Royal expert Richard Fitz Williams notes the caution within the royal family regarding Harry, citing months of silence owing to the Sussex's indiscretions.
William's lack of trust in his brother, highlighted in his memoir, adds to the deep rift within the family. Harry's brief visit after learning of his father's illness, where they spent only around 30 minutes together, may have been due to the king's outpatient treatment and exhaustion, making it impractical for him to engage with William, who had pressing royal duties and was tending to his recuperating wife and children.
