New Allegation: Prince Harry Accused Of Leveraging His Children To Manipulate His Father Emotionally
A few years ago, King Charles could hardly have anticipated that his son would be living so far away. The ongoing discord between Harry and Meghan Markle has intensified, particularly following the Duke’s 2022 book release.
Although Harry has returned to the UK a few times recently, Meghan and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, have not accompanied him. The Sussexes have reportedly expressed concerns about their children’s safety in the UK, leaving Charles distressed by their absence.
Efforts to repair the father-son relationship are ongoing, yet recent claims suggest that Harry and Meghan might be employing their children as leverage against the king. Allegations suggest the couple is using their children to pressure King Charles emotionally.
Harry and Meghan’s life in the US has not turned out to be as private as they might have hoped. Their interviews, Netflix series, and Harry’s book, “Spare,” have strained their relationship with the royal family.
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The Duke of Sussex is not in contact with his brother, Prince William, and his father is reportedly disheartened by his actions. King Charles, however, is eager to improve their relationship, particularly as he wishes to reconnect with his grandchildren in the US.
Charles has only met Archie a handful of times and Lilibet just once. He is said to be “heartbroken” about the limited interaction with his grandchildren. According to royal expert Tom Quinn, the monarch has even considered traveling to America to visit Harry and his family in the future.
Quinn told the Mirror that Charles might plan a visit to the US if feasible, despite the significant logistical challenges. “It’s certainly possible that he would make a discreet private visit to Harry and the children in California,” Quinn noted. “He desperately wants to see them and fears that Archie and Lilibet might not remember him as the warm, friendly grandfather he aims to be.”
Relationship expert Louella Alderson emphasized that such a trip would be a major gesture. “Given Charles’s numerous royal duties and health concerns, any trip to the US would require meticulous planning,” she explained. “If he does make the effort, it could be a significant sign of his commitment to mending their relationship.”
Despite the challenges, Harry and Meghan have the opportunity to visit the UK, though this has not been straightforward. Meghan has shown little interest in frequent visits, and Harry’s recent trips have not always included family meetings.
During his visit in May for the Invictus Games, Harry did not see his father, and their last meeting was shortly after Charles’s cancer diagnosis.
Reports indicate that Harry’s attempts to reconnect with his old friends in the UK have been limited, with only Princess Eugenie visiting them in the US. A source has revealed that communication between Harry and Charles has deteriorated recently, with Charles not responding to Harry’s calls or letters.
Meghan had initially considered attending the Invictus Games with Harry but withdrew due to safety concerns for their children. The situation has led to a debate about whether to increase security for the family’s visits or if Harry should travel alone.
Despite these issues, a royal insider claims that Harry is seeking his father’s help to resolve the situation. “Harry feels that only his father can address his concerns,” the insider stated. “He is determined to protect his family at all costs.”
King Charles remains committed to being involved in his grandchildren’s lives and is reportedly “heartbroken” over their absence. A source shared that Charles values family deeply and would not be content with merely occasional video calls.
Meanwhile, there are accusations that Harry is using his children to manipulate the situation, pressuring Charles to provide increased security for visits to the UK. Friends of Charles have criticized this approach, arguing that it exploits the situation for personal gain.
For Archie and Lilibet, the lack of UK visits affects their relationship with their grandfather and the royal family. They have not met their cousins, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, partly due to the ongoing family feud.
Royal experts have lamented the generational rift caused by this conflict, noting that it is affecting relationships across the family. An “old family friend” pointed out that Archie and Lilibet are missing out on important family connections, suggesting that the king would choose his duty to the Crown over personal matters if forced to decide.