“Important Thing Is to Reconcile” - Prince Harry Connects His England Hopes With Mending Royal Family Ties

Published 10/20/2026, 10:30 AM EDT

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moving back to England after the infamous Megxit would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have spent an extended period in the country, sparking chatter about their stay and its purpose. While speculation has swirled, the real reason behind their time in England has remained unclear. 

Now, Prince Harry has spoken about his desire to repair his fractured relationships with his father, King Charles III, and his brother, Prince William. The Duke of Sussex has made it clear that reconciliation matters to him, expressing a desire to mend the ties he severed with the royal family.

Prince Harry makes his reconciliation plans clear

Prince Harry has made it clear that he wants to move beyond the family tensions that have shaped much of his relationship with the royal family in recent years. The Duke of Sussex acknowledged that not everyone wants reconciliation, but he remains committed to making it happen. For him, the future depends on changing how people approach past grievances rather than allowing them to define every interaction.

“With everything else that’s going on in the world, the most important thing is to reconcile — that’s the key point,”

Speaking to GQ, Prince Harry reflected on the lasting impact of painful experiences and the importance of changing one’s mindset toward them. The Duke of Sussex acknowledged that emotional scars do not simply disappear, but he encouraged people to find ways to let go of the past. He also stressed that discussing difficult experiences openly can help others understand harmful behavior and potentially encourage change.

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Prince Harry described to GQ, the past six years as a continuation of earlier battles, suggesting that the tensions have not simply disappeared with time. The Duke of Sussex acknowledged that he, his family, and sections of the British press may all have things they would prefer to leave behind. Ultimately, he expressed hope that everyone could move forward and focus on something more constructive.

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While Prince Harry has spoken candidly about his mental health struggles and desire to reconcile with his family during his time in Canada, King Charles appears to be softening towards him, leaving questions about whether Prince William will follow suit.

The ice Prince Harry has to break with his brother

Prince Harry and Prince William’s relationship remains deeply strained, with reports indicating that the brothers are not in direct contact. The divide has persisted for years, shaped by disagreements that became increasingly public following the Duke of Sussex’s departure from royal duties. Prince Harry’s memoir, Spare, and the Netflix docuseries featuring him and Meghan Markle further exposed the extent of the family tensions.

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For Prince William, the damage to their relationship has reportedly been difficult to overcome, with royal commentators suggesting that rebuilding trust remains a significant obstacle. The estrangement also extends to the brothers’ children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, and their cousins, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, who have reportedly had little opportunity to build a relationship. Against this backdrop, Prince Harry’s renewed desire for reconciliation faces a complicated reality.

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Iffat Siddiqui

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Iffat is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. A word wizard, she had the sorting hat smoke at the seams owing to her excellence in everything Hollywood and cinema until it finally declared that she belonged to the Royals, specifically Meghan Markle. Boasting over 300 articles (and counting), each one tastefully infused with the right mix of facts, wit, opinion, and essentially everything to make a perfect pop culture piece, she is the epitome of a trustworthy entertainment journalist.

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