Palace insiders question Prince Harry's motives behind apology to King Charles

Prince Harry reportedly apologised to King Charles during their brief meeting at Clarence House when the Duke was in the UK.

However, palace insiders believe there could be another motive behind the Duke of Sussex’s determination to make amends with the royal family.

According to Closer Magazine, insiders believe this recent effort to reconcile with Charles may be driven more by strategy than sincerity.

With the Invictus Games set to return to the UK in 2027, Harry is reportedly seeking royal endorsement to boost the event’s stature.

"Palace insiders think he’s trying to shoehorn his way back in," they said.

"After all the interviews, the book, the Netflix shows – people feel he wants the benefits of being royal without the duties. There’s deep mistrust," the source added.

They continued, "In 2027, the Invictus Games are due to return to the UK, and Harry is desperate for royal backing. 

"He knows the Games mean more with the Palace behind him. That’s why he’s here, why he’s playing the family card. 

"But without William’s support, it won’t have the same weight. And William isn’t shifting."

“It was the first time in a long while Harry actually said sorry,” the insider said. “He told his father he regretted how certain things played out, especially in public.”

“Charles listened, but whether he truly believed it is another matter,” they added.