God, the royal drama never stops, does it? Prince Harry flew all the way to Britain on Sunday, and his own father couldn't even make time for a cuppa. I'm not even surprised anymore. This is teh same family that's been giving each other the cold shoulder since Harry and Meghan packed their designer bags and headed for California.
Let me be clear: Harry landed in the UK for his security court battle (more on that mess later), and Charles was all "sorry son, gotta dash to Italy with the missus!" Talk about awkward family dynamics.
When Dad's Calendar Is "Too Full" For You
Sources say it was "not thought possible" for Charles to meet with Harry before his Italian getaway. Not thought possible? Really? I've seen my brother-in-law make time for a beer with his estranged college roommate with less notice. But apparently, the King of England can't spare 30 minutes for his younger son.
The last time these two were in the same room was February 2023 when Harry made that lightning-fast trip after Charles announced his cancer diagnosis. Thirty minutes. That's all they managed then.
I remember texting my friend who works with a royal correspondent that day: "How bad must things be when your dad has cancer and you only stay half an hour?" Her response: "Walls have ears in that family."
Security Drama: The Real Reason Harry's Here
So while Charles and Camilla are living la dolce vita in Italy (their first state visit there, by the way), Harry's stuck in London courtrooms fighting for protection.
Let's rewind to 2020. When Harry and Meghan stepped back from royal duties, they lost their taxpayer-funded security. Harry, now 40, has been fighting this decision ever since, claiming he was "singled out" and treated unfairly.
I spent $4K on a trip to London back in 2018 and worried about pickpockets. Imagine being Harry and worrying about actual threats to your family.
The Protection Paradox
Harry's argument is pretty straightforward: he wants to pay for his own security but the Home Office won't let him. Which... makes absolutely no sense to me. The man is willing to foot the bill himself!
But last February, High Court judge Sir Peter Lane rejected Harry's case, saying there was nothing "irrational" about the decision to assess his security needs on a "case-by-case" basis.
What's a prince to do? Appeal, obviously.
Wait... Did They Offer Him a Place to Stay?
This is where things get messy. During Harry's visit last May for the Invictus Games anniversary, palace insiders claimed Charles offered Harry a royal residence to stay in, which Harry supposedly turned down.
Why would Harry say no to royal digs? His team says it was because of security concerns – a "visible location with public entrance and exit points and no police protection."
Listen. I feel stupid now for ever thinking these two would patch things up. Back in May 2023, Harry spent just 20 hours in London for his father's coronation. Twenty. Hours.
Meanwhile, Meghan launched her first podcast episode yesterday where she talks about health struggles. Timing is everything in the royal game.
The Italian Escape
While Harry's dealing with security headaches, Charles and Camilla are being wined and dined in Italy. The British Ambassador to Italy, Edward Llewellyn, said: "Their visit will strengthen the closeness between our nations. Their love for things Italians cherish — culture, food, heritage — resonate very deeply here."
I bet the pasta is amazing. Wonder if Charles is sticking to his diet...
Poor Harry. Standing in court while dad's sampling gelato in Rome.
The whole thing reminds me of those awkward family reunions where your cousin who moved away shows up and everyone suddenly needs to water the plants or check on something in the garage. Except this is playing out on a global stage with actual palaces involved.
Will they ever reconcile? At this point, I'd bet my last pound against it. And I'm not usually a betting woman.
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