British Royal Family grapples with William-Harry rift and Eugenie charity probe

King Charles III has appointed lawyer and diplomat Theo Roycroft as his new private secretary, tasking him with mediating the long‑standing dispute between Prince William and Prince Harry. The brothers have not spoken directly for more than three years, last exchanging words at the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022. Charles hopes a reconciliation can be achieved, potentially timed with Harry’s appearance at the Invictus Games.

At the same time, the family faces fresh embarrassment over a probe into an anti‑slavery NGO linked to Princess Eugenie of York. The charity is under investigation for possible connections to the controversies surrounding Prince Andrew, adding another layer of scrutiny to the royal household.

Both issues highlight ongoing internal challenges for the British monarchy as it seeks to maintain public confidence.