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Carlos III expresses to his son William what he wants to do before passing away.

The British monarch openly states what his last wishes are

King Charles III faces a difficult battle against cancer, which has caused endless speculation about his health and legacy. In the midst of this difficult time, a royal expert has revealed that the monarch has a "last will" involving Prince Harry. Despite the emotional distance between them, Charles III hopes to reconcile with his younger son before his health situation worsens.

The King's Desire for Reconciliation

According to royal family expert Katie Nicholl, King Charles III "desperately wishes" to reconcile with his son Harry. Beyond the years of tensions and disagreements, Charles III longs for a resolution before it's too late. The monarch already attempted an approach in 2024, when he invited Harry to a brief private meeting at Clarence House, shortly after receiving his cancer diagnosis.

D-Day photo showing Prince William, King Charles III and Queen Camilla from the side, looking forward
The British monarch alongside Camilla and William | Europa Press

Although this 30-minute meeting was a step toward reconciliation, there were no significant advances, and after that meeting, they haven't seen each other again. However, despite the difficulties, Charles felt "relieved and comforted" by his son's visit. According to Nicholl, the meeting was difficult for both, but it represented an attempt to heal old wounds.

The Persistent Estrangement

Despite his desire to reconcile, the reality is that the relationship between Charles and Harry remains tense. Sources close to the royal family have assured that, at this moment, the king is not willing to receive his son. The accusations of racism and discrimination that the prince made in his book Spare and in the Netflix documentary remain an insurmountable obstacle for any approach.

King Charles III has decided not to answer Harry's calls since early 2024. According to some sources, the prince doesn't know how his father is or how his treatment is progressing, as he hasn't received any direct updates. Additionally, Harry learned about his father's recent hospitalization through the media, which has further increased the disconnection between them.

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Charles III speaks out and confesses his wishes | Europa Press, Getty Images Signature de vm, radigrafis, en.elcierredigital.com

The Struggle for Security and Family Tensions

While the king faces his battle against cancer, family tensions continue. Harry is still in his legal battle to regain the personal security that was withdrawn when he and Meghan Markle distanced themselves from royal life in the United Kingdom. This legal conflict has further complicated any attempt at reconciliation with his father.

Although Charles III wishes to close the gap with his son before his possible departure, the current circumstances make that reconciliation a difficult goal to achieve. The wounds remain open, and the emotional distance persists, even amid the king's deteriorating health.

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