Prince Harry has expressed a desire to reconcile with the Royal Family, stating he has “forgiven” them despite years of public rifts. In a candid interview with BBC News on May 2, the Duke of Sussex admitted, “There’s no point in continuing to fight anymore,” following the loss of his legal appeal over the removal of publicly funded U.K. security.
The Court of Appeal ruled that the decision to assess Harry’s security on a case-by-case basis during his visits to the U.K. was fair, rejecting his claim that he was treated unjustly. Harry, 40, highlighted concerns for the safety of his family, citing hostility and media harassment as key reasons he can’t envision returning to the U.K. with Meghan Markle and their children.
Despite the legal setback, Harry said, “I would love a reconciliation,” particularly as his father, King Charles III, continues his battle with cancer. “Life is precious. I don’t know how much longer my father has,” he added, emphasizing the urgency of healing family wounds.
However, controversy surrounds Harry outside the Royal sphere as well. His recent resignation from Sentebale, a charity he co-founded to support young people with HIV/AIDS in Africa, has sparked backlash. Chairperson Sophie Chandauka accused Harry of orchestrating a public relations campaign to oust her, describing the incident as “harassment and bullying at scale.” In response, Harry cited internal conflicts and board dysfunction as his reason for stepping down, a move that also saw co-founder Prince Seeiso and other trustees exit the organization.
The matter is now under review by the U.K.’s Charity Commission following formal complaints by Chandauka.
As Harry seeks personal and public resolution, the road ahead remains complex—balancing royal relations, legal battles, and leadership accountability.