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Since Prince Harry immigrated to the United States with Duchess Meghan, visits to his former homeland have been rare. In the end, Harry only returned for important events such as the coronation of his father, King Charles III. back to the UK or to give evidence in one of his many ongoing court cases.

But on Monday it was announced that Harry would soon return to Britain. The Duke of Sussex is expected to be in London on May 8. Now it is clear: Meghan will not accompany her husband.

However, this is probably not because the former actress is afraid of the long trip, as according to media reports, Meghan will travel to Nigeria with Harry soon after. The country is currently applying to host the Invictus Games.

A royal expert now explains why Harry's visit home could become a problem, especially for Prince William and Princess Kate. It also explains why he still considers relations between the two to be hardened.

The relationship between the Sussexes and the Waleses is considered extremely difficult.Image: PA Wire/Kirsty O'Connor

Royals: Expert sees no possibility of reconciliation

The announcement of Harry's return to Britain has already sparked much criticism. A spokesperson for the prince announced the news exactly one day before William and Kate celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary.

Many also saw the fact that Meghan traveled with him to Nigeria shortly after, but definitely did not come with him to London, as an affront to the royal family.

However, royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams now explains that Harry's quick visit could be anything but pleasant for the other royals. “I think Harry's visit poses problems for William and Kate,” he says.Sun“. He doesn't expect there to be a meeting between the brothers or even with Kate. Rather, his assessment is:

The expert points out that William and Kate are currently going through a difficult phase due to cancer treatment. In his opinion, this is not the right time to reconcile with Harry.

“Any serious attempt to repair the rift means mutual trust and that means communicating privately,” says Fitzwilliams. If there really were to be a rapprochement between Harry and the other royals again, the public probably wouldn't know anything about it for the time being.

The Sussexes have lost confidence

The expert reminds us that after Kate made her illness public, there was supposed to be contact between Harry and her, “but I think we still have a very, very, very long way to go before the Welsh can trust the Sussexes.” “. for obvious reasons.”

Fitzwilliams is likely alluding to the fact that Harry and Meghan repeatedly clashed with other members of the royal family in podcasts, books, and their Netflix documentary. His final prognosis is clear: “That's why I think it's very difficult.”

It remains to be seen whether Harry will actually complete his visit home without meeting William, Kate or Charles, who is also ill. However, Meghan's cancellation of the trip to London has now been officially confirmed.