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Charles rejects suggestion Harry could resume some royal duties – report

Trump takes swipe at Prince Harry during state banquet speech
  • King Charles has reportedly ruled out a "half-in, half-out" public role for Prince Harry should he wish to return to the UK more often, upholding the late Queen's decision.
  • Prince Harry is understood not to be seeking such an arrangement, expressing contentment with his life in California with his wife and children.
  • During a recent UK visit for charity work, Harry met King Charles for approximately 55 minutes at Clarence House, their first meeting in 19 months.
  • Reports suggest Buckingham Palace and the Duke of Sussex's staff are discussing a potential "thawing" of relations, possibly leading to a joint public appearance, such as at the Invictus Games in 2027.
  • Harry's recent trip also included charity engagements in the UK and a visit to Ukraine for the Invictus Games Foundation, where he stated his "conscience was clear" regarding past criticisms of the monarchy.
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