Prince William is reportedly willing to meet Prince Harry on one strict condition: the reunion must happen "behind closed doors, under lock and key." Sources told Radar Online that William will only agree to a meeting if it takes place entirely on his terms.
Strict terms for a potential reunion
An insider, speaking in 2025, said: "William's willing to meet Harry, but only if everything happens strictly on his terms. That means no Meghan, no aides, and zero chance of it ending up as content for a documentary or book. He's deeply wary of being secretly recorded or having his words twisted – the trust between them is completely gone. Harry will basically face being frisked before they talk."
The brothers have reportedly had no contact for years. Prince Harry is currently back in the UK, prompting royal fans to wonder whether the pair might reconcile. They were last seen together publicly at their father's coronation.
How the rift began
The brothers began experiencing issues when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle started dating, with Prince William reportedly concerned about the speed at which the relationship was progressing. Once united by the loss of their mother, Princess Diana, they began drifting apart shortly after Harry and Meghan met.
Early friction emerged in 2018, reports The Sun, when William reportedly advised Harry not to rush into the relationship, causing Harry to accuse his brother of trying to wreck the romance. In 2019, tensions rose during an alleged confrontation at Kensington Palace.
Key events that widened the gap
In 2020, the Sussexes stepped back from their royal roles and moved to the USA, where they lived for six years. The next year, the couple took part in an explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey, where they made more allegations against the Royal Family.
In 2022, the couple's Netflix docuseries was released, which criticised palace operations. Prince Harry released his memoir, Spare, in 2023, which further damaged their relationship due to Harry's allegations about the Royal Family in the book.
The Sussexes moved back to the UK at the end of August, along with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. They are now reportedly living in the Cotswolds.
