King Charles has left the door open for a potential reconciliation with Prince Harry when he returns to the UK for the Invictus Games. However, when it comes to a face-to-face meeting with Meghan Markle, the situation appears to be quite different.
In less than two weeks, the Duke of Sussex will return to his home in Montecito, California, while his wife remains at home to care for their two children, Archie and Lilibet. According to royal analyst Richard Fitzwilliams, if Meghan were to accompany Harry, the king might not welcome her presence as it could overshadow the message of the service.
Fitzwilliams asserts that while King Charles has always kept the door open for Harry, it doesn't necessarily mean he would invariably enjoy a pleasant reception. "It will take its time," he continued.
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It's evident that things have changed dramatically in the last several weeks. Depending on how you define reconciliation, it may not be too difficult. However, I believe that Harry won't be bringing Meghan and the kids over anytime soon.
The timing of Harry's return coincides with the king's resumption of his official duties. Tomorrow, he is scheduled to tour a cancer treatment facility, where he will meet with cancer patients and their families, accompanied by his wife, Queen Camilla.
Given that the royal family has recently had its own experience with cancer, there will be a lot of support. The king wants to demonstrate how people can continue to enjoy a full life during therapy, not just after it, according to a royal source. Additionally, the queen is eager to demonstrate that cancer affects not only the patient but also everyone around them.
On Tuesday, King Charles will make his return to the public eye by visiting a cancer treatment facility. He is due to meet with cancer patients and their families, accompanied by Queen Camilla. It will be a powerful demonstration of support, considering the royal family's recent experience with cancer.
This comes at a time when King Charles has been undergoing cancer treatment for a type of cancer discovered at the end of last year during a different surgery. Buckingham Palace has announced major celebrations to commemorate the king's return to royal responsibilities. These are expected to be the first of many.
In addition to his visit on Tuesday, King Charles will pay a state visit to the Emperor and Empress of Japan in late June. Meanwhile, the Princess of Wales is undergoing preventative chemotherapy for an undisclosed cancer. The cancer was discovered at the end of 2023 after she underwent severe abdominal surgery.
"Cancer can be a scary word, but it doesn't have to be a scary experience," a source told the Sunday Telegraph. Although King Charles's disease has not yet been declared curable, and he is still undergoing treatment, his doctors are reportedly pleased with the progress made so far.
Arrangements are also being made for King Charles to participate in the yearly summer garden parties, Royal Ascot, and Trooping the Colour, which is his birthday celebration. The king wants to ride his favorite horse on June 15th for the special occasion, a source told The Sun.
The news of his return to public life was released at the same time as a new portrait of Charles, 75, and Camilla, 76, commemorating their first anniversary of coronation. The portrait was shot earlier this month.
As the first anniversary of the coronation draws near, Buckingham Palace released a statement saying, "Their Majesties are genuinely thankful for the numerous kindnesses and good wishes they have received from throughout the world during the joys and tribulations of the past year."
