A friend of Prince Harry says that King Charles is ignoring Harry’s attempts to reconnect, despite Harry’s serious concerns for his family’s safety. Harry is seen as a “thorn in the king’s side,” having committed what’s described as a “cardinal sin.” This has led the king to ignore his son’s calls and concerns.
Since the release of Harry’s memoir *Spare* in 2023, his relationship with the royal family has become more strained. Although Harry visited his father after King Charles’s cancer diagnosis in February 2024, their bond remains fragile.
When Harry returned to the U.K. in May for the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games, King Charles was notably absent. Officially, this was due to a “full schedule,” but insiders suggest there’s more to it.
Harry recently voiced his fears for Meghan Markle and their children, citing past threats in the U.K. After stepping back from royal duties in 2020, the couple lost their U.K. police protection. Harry even offered to pay for security, but his request was denied.
Harry believes that only King Charles can restore their security, but his attempts to reach out have been met with silence—a reminder of the “cardinal sin” of criticizing Queen Camilla in his memoir.
Royal expert Christopher Andersen explains that Charles is particularly hurt by these comments and struggles to forgive them.
Harry’s friend believes that resolving the security issue could heal their relationship. Harry isn’t asking for luxury; he’s asking for protection. However, the damage from his memoir and interviews continues to strain their trust.
