Prince Harry is reportedly navigating a difficult balancing act as he tries to rebuild ties with the Royal Family following what insiders describe as a “real kick in the teeth” from both the Firm and his father, King Charles III.
According to a source speaking to Heat World, Harry’s main focus right now is securing the King’s support ahead of the upcoming Invictus Games in Birmingham, while also working toward a stronger relationship for the sake of his children, whom Charles is said to want to see more often.
The insider claimed the monarch hopes to spend more time with his grandchildren and believes that reunion “will happen before long.” Harry is also said to feel “very confident” that his father wants the UK trip to move forward just as much as he does.
Behind palace doors, Charles has reportedly been eager to calm tensions and bring an end to the ongoing family drama. As a grandfather, the King is believed to want Harry back within the royal fold, despite resistance from other members of the family.
While there is reportedly frustration over Harry’s expectations regarding Meghan Markle, the Duke of Sussex is said to be avoiding further conflict. Sources claim he had hoped for face-to-face time with Charles during the King’s recent visit to America, but ultimately had to accept that it would not happen.
Now, Harry is reportedly hoping to arrange a private call with his father in an effort to clear the air and move discussions forward.
The situation has reportedly been painful for Harry, particularly after Charles did not make time to meet him. However, insiders say he is trying not to make matters worse because he understands he must tread carefully.
For the foreseeable future, Harry is said to be balancing two priorities: standing by Meghan Markle while also attempting to repair his relationship with his father.
The source added that Harry sees a successful UK visit as the beginning of more family reunions in the future. However, while Charles is believed to want progress, he must also manage concerns from other senior royals, limiting how much he can currently promise.
