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[CULTURE] · United Kingdom · 2 sources

Prince William and Prince Harry's rift deepens amid Meghan‑Markle tensions

Tensions between Prince William and Prince Harry remain unresolved despite King Charles III’s attempts to mediate. Sources say William cannot move past alleged racist remarks linked to Meghan Markle’s statements, which he views as a breach involving his wife, Kate Middleton. Charles has assigned senior aide Theo Rycroft to facilitate dialogue, hoping the brothers might meet ahead of Prince Harry’s planned visit for the Invictus Games in Birmingham.

Meghan Markle has voiced frustration with Kate Middleton’s adherence to royal protocol and perceived preferential media treatment, describing Middleton’s behavior as “aggravating.” The lingering resentment over protocol, media scrutiny, and family loyalties continues to hamper any reconciliation between the Sussexes and the senior royals.