Amidst controversy surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, King Charles faces a delicate decision regarding their titles, despite recent strains in their relationship.
Author Omid Scobie's book, 'Endgame,' raised eyebrows by mentioning King Charles among the 'racist royals.' This revelation added fuel to the ongoing rift between the family members.
Calls, led by Conservative MP Bob Seely, previously urged the removal of Harry and Meghan's titles in light of resurfaced racial tensions. However, former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond suggested that King Charles is reluctant to take such a step, aiming to avoid further division and hurt within the family.
Bond noted that any overt move to strip Harry and Meghan of their titles might not align with King Charles's character, as he is perceived as non-vindictive and sensitive to the potential repercussions.
Scobie's book inadvertently leaked names, implicating King Charles and Kate Middleton as the alleged "racist royals," although there hasn't been any official statement from the royal family regarding these claims. This unintended disclosure added strain to the already tense relationship dynamics.
Despite a recent thaw in tensions evidenced by a warm phone call between father and son on the monarch's 75th birthday, the recent revelations seem to have reverted the progress made in restoring relations between the royals and the Sussexes.
Meghan Markle's revelations during her interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021, citing concerns within the royal family about Archie's skin color before his birth, continue to echo, contributing to the ongoing complexities within the royal household.
