Prince Harry has voiced his growing frustration and disappointment over King Charles’ involvement in the decision to deny him taxpayer-funded security in the UK. Speaking to the BBC in a revealing new interview, the Duke of Sussex hinted at personal betrayal by his father.
He suggested that King Charles could have stepped away from the decision-making process, but instead chose to let the current situation unfold. According to Harry, this lack of support during a vulnerable time has deepened the family rift.
Harry’s appeal to reinstate his UK security was recently rejected, leaving the prince visibly upset. He claimed that his family, specifically “the establishment,” played a crucial role in the controversial verdict handed down by the security committee RAVEC.
He explained that RAVEC had initially decided not to provide protection for Meghan Markle when she joined the royal family. It was only after he demanded the name of the official behind the risky decision that the ruling was reversed.
Relationship expert Lucy Beresford offered her insight to the Mirror, saying, “Harry seems to be assuming King Charles had the power to change things. Whether that’s true or not, his words reflect deep disappointment.”
Prince Harry left the Royal Family in 2020 with Meghan and their son Prince Archie, citing intense media scrutiny and a lack of support. Since relocating to California, they’ve added a daughter, Princess Lilibet, to their growing family.
Harry’s latest remarks once again revive tensions between him and the monarchy. His statement, “I don’t know how much longer my father has,” underscored the emotional weight behind his call for reconciliation.
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He expressed a longing to return to the UK but said he couldn’t risk bringing his wife and children without proper protection. “I miss parts of the UK,” he confessed. “It’s sad that I can’t show my children my homeland.”
Despite his clear yearning for peace, Harry made it known that any healing must come from the royal family’s end. He implied that the path forward lies with his father and other senior royals, not just himself.
While he expressed no regret over leaving royal life behind, he noted the sacrifices involved. “I had to make a decision for my family’s safety. That doesn’t mean I stopped caring about where I came from,” he said.
Harry also made headlines by accusing the Royal Household of being too influential in sensitive matters. He claimed they were deeply involved in shaping RAVEC’s decisions — a committee the public knows little about.
The BBC, after airing the interview, admitted to a lapse in journalistic standards. The broadcaster acknowledged failing to challenge some of Harry’s more controversial statements during the segment.
As the Royal Family remained silent, critics and royalists alike weighed in. Some accused Harry of undermining the monarchy, while others saw his comments as a heartfelt plea for justice and belonging.
Regardless of where public opinion falls, one thing is clear: the wounds between Prince Harry and his father have yet to heal. With each interview, the chances of a royal reconciliation grow dimmer.
