Caroline of Monaco makes the toughest decision and warns her brother Albert

Princess Caroline of Monaco and her daughter Alexandra are in Cuba fulfilling an intense cultural and institutional agenda. This trip coincides with the hospital readmission of Ernst von Hannover, Caroline's still-husband, whose health has been a cause for concern since April. Despite the situation, mother and daughter seem to keep calm and continue without showing any disturbance.

Concern for Ernst von Hannover

Ernst, 71 years old, was hospitalized for 20 days in April and recently re-entered the Ruber International Clinic in Madrid. The German aristocrat has resided in Madrid since 2021 to be close to his son Christian and his girlfriend Claudia Stilianopoulo. In recent images, he was seen in a wheelchair accompanied by his current partner and his driver, although with luggage, suggesting a routine visit.

According to reports, Ernst faces heart problems that also affect his kidneys, putting them at risk of failure. Although the news worries many, Caroline and Alexandra have not changed their plans or interrupted their trip. This has caused speculation about the real relationship between them and the existing distance.

The relationship between Caroline and Ernst

Caroline and Ernst have been separated for 16 years but remain legally married. She has the authority to make medical decisions in case of emergencies, which adds weight to the situation. "Their divorce was never formalized, something that would place Caroline of Monaco as the person in charge of deciding for Ernst in life-or-death situations," experts point out.

Despite the legal bond, the family relationship is marked by distance. Alexandra, 25 years old, has no relationship with her father, according to close sources. "She has always felt very distanced from her parent, hence their relationship has been nonexistent for years," they reveal.

The purpose of the trip to Cuba

Caroline, president of the Ballet of Monte Carlo, visits Cuba to support culture and dance on the island. At the Palace of Conventions in Havana, they were received by President Miguel Díaz-Canel, who presented them with a bouquet of flowers in honor of Monaco's flag. The politician highlighted the intention to strengthen cultural ties between Cuba and the Principality.

Caroline of Monaco expressed her admiration for Cuban youth and their commitment to cultural development. "We have seen all the wealth that Cuba has with its youth, especially the youth involved in cultural and artistic projects," said Caroline, enthusiastically. She added that, despite being a small country, Monaco undertakes great works for peace, culture, and the arts.

After the official events, Caroline, Alexandra, and her boyfriend, Ben Sylvester Strautmann, enjoyed exploring the island and its culture. This behavior has been interpreted as a sign of distance from Ernst. Despite still being married, the relationship between them seems to be very marked by emotional separation.