Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, is reportedly encouraging her husband, Prince William, to meet with his estranged brother, Prince Harry, during Harry's upcoming visit to the United Kingdom. The visit, which includes Prince Harry's wife Meghan Markle and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, marks the first time the young royals may see their cousins in years. "Kate has been trying to convince William to meet with Harry, Meghan and the kids," a source told Us Weekly. "The Princess of Wales is also interested in seeing the kids."
While Prince William is not currently scheduled to meet with his brother, sources suggest that "things could change." The insider indicated that any reunion would likely happen on Prince Harry's timeline, stating, "This is not on William’s timeline, it’s on Harry’s."
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are expected to travel to the UK to promote the 2027 Invictus Games, with reports suggesting they plan to bring Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The couple stepped away from their royal duties in 2020, leading to a rift within the family. Their last joint appearance with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge was at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral in 2022.
Meanwhile, King Charles is reportedly hopeful for a reconciliation and has organized what has been described as a "rare family dinner" at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Scotland. Attendees included Queen Camilla, Prince William, Princess Anne, and Prince Edward, who were in Scotland for annual Royal Week festivities. A source close to the King expressed optimism, stating, "There is definitely excitement, and Charles is also optimistic about this. He’s hoping it’s the first step toward repairing the relationship between Harry and William, as well."
Prince Harry is reportedly taking steps to ensure the safety of his wife and children during their time in the UK, arranging for his own security detail. The visit is anticipated to attract significant public attention.