What's happened
Prince Harry's planned visit to the UK in May has caused tension with Prince William and Princess Kate, who are dealing with Kate's cancer diagnosis. The royal couple has requested privacy as Kate undergoes treatment, while Harry and Meghan learned of the diagnosis through a public announcement.
Why it matters
The royal family drama surrounding Prince Harry's potential visit, coupled with Princess Kate's cancer diagnosis, underscores the complexities of royal relationships and the challenges of balancing personal and public responsibilities. The public nature of the announcement and the subsequent reactions highlight the ongoing tensions within the royal family.
What the papers say
The Independent reports that Prince William and Princess Kate are not keen on the drama that a visit by Prince Harry would bring, while Metro emphasizes that the royal couple has no plans to reconcile with Harry during his visit. The Sun mentions Kate's decision not to inform Harry and Meghan about her diagnosis, fearing they 'can't be trusted.'
How we got here
The strained relationship between Prince Harry and the royal family has been ongoing, with tensions escalating as Harry plans to return to the UK for the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games. Princess Kate's cancer diagnosis has added a new layer of complexity to the situation, with the royal couple requesting privacy during her treatment.
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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, KCVO ADC is a member of the British royal family. He is the younger son of Charles, Prince of Wales and Diana, Princess of Wales and is sixth in the line of succession to the British throne.
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Kensington Palace is a royal residence set in Kensington Gardens, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in London, England.
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Charles, Prince of Wales is the heir apparent to the British throne as the eldest child of Queen Elizabeth II. He has been Duke of Cornwall and Duke of Rothesay since 1952, and he is the oldest and longest-serving heir apparent in British history.