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Time of India
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
King Charles' leaked funeral plans cause chaos in Palace: It includes key roles for Prince Harry-Meghan Markle
The British Royal family never falls short of controversies. And now, it has found itself in an unexpected storm after sensitive details about King Charles' future funeral plans surfaced in the media. What should have remained private was suddenly splashed across headlines, leaving the palace in a frantic scramble to control the damage. According to multiple reports, including The Telegraph and Cosmopolitan, the leak has triggered intense emotions behind the palace walls. It all began when The Telegraph published an exclusive report that revealed confidential plans for King Charles' eventual farewell, including key roles for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and a significantly shortened national mourning period. The moment the article was released, the palace reportedly went into crisis mode. According to The Daily Beast, a full-blown "censorship operation" was launched almost instantly. Courtiers and officials desperately tried to prevent further spread of the leaked information, urging members of the royal media circle, known as the royal rota, to avoid discussing or acknowledging the story in their internal communications. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The drama didn't end there. As the reports unfolded, it became clear that tensions were running high inside the palace's communications team. Cosmopolitan revealed that Tobyn, King Charles' top media advisor, had what was described as a 'meltdown on the phone' with editors at The Telegraph. He reportedly spent over 24 hours trying to persuade the paper to delay or soften the story, hoping to regain control over the sensitive narrative. 'There was a very heated phone call,' one insider told Cosmopolitan, revealing how palace officials tried their best to negotiate. However, in the end, The Telegraph stood its ground, citing editorial independence and deciding to publish the story on their terms, much to the palace's dismay. The leaked report contained bombshell revelations, including the surprising decision to involve Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in 'central roles' during King Charles' farewell events— something that comes amidst years of tension between the Sussexes and the Royal Family. Furthermore, the planned national mourning period is reportedly set to be shorter than previous traditions, signaling a modern shift in royal ceremonies. This unintentional early exposure of such personal royal matters has left the palace rattled, exposing the fragile balance between privacy, protocol, and public interest. While officials continue damage control behind closed doors, the world watches, once again reminded of the intense pressures and emotions behind the grandeur of royalty. Operation Menai Bridge EXPOSED? Charles Wants Harry & Meghan At Heart Of Royal Farewell
Economic Times
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Is Kate Middleton secretly bridging the rift between Prince Harry and King Charles behind Prince William's back?
Agencies As King Charles seeks to mend ties with his estranged son Harry, palace sources claim Kate Middleton is playing the quiet peacemaker. Kate Middleton has reportedly made a solemn vow to King Charles — one that could reshape royal history. According to Radar Online, she pledged to do everything within her power to reunite the fragmented monarchy: "Kate has promised Charles she'll do everything she can to bring everyone together… She believes time is running out, and she's not going to stand by and let this family fall apart.' In recent months, palace sources say King Charles—battling cancer and overseeing Operation Menai Bridge, his funeral planning—has entrusted Kate to act as a bridge between his estranged sons. Yet Prince William remains reportedly resistant, leaving the Princess of Wales to tread carefully between loyalty and diplomacy. The fissure between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal household has deep roots. Tensions flared during the turbulent lead-up to Harry's 2018 wedding and deepened after his memoir Spare accused William of physical aggression. Harry's emotional admission in a BBC interview—that 'the King won't speak to me'—cemented their estrangement . Yet recent developments suggest a thaw. Radar Online reports that Harry gave his blessing for discreet peace talks between his team and King Charles's communications office, though none of William's representatives were present. The aim? Avoiding media conflicts, not negotiating a formal royal role .Rumour has it Harry is expected in London for the WellChild awards in September. It would mark his first UK visit in 18 months—and the first potential encounter with his father since the sharp division witnessed across recent years . Though momentous, this visit is not without complications. King Charles is likely to be at Balmoral with US President Trump on holiday, and William's team remains firmly on the sidelines. As per Radar Online's report, a source reveals Kate's growing rapport with Charles—and her emotional intelligence—stem from both undergoing cancer treatment. In early 2024, they received care at the same London clinic before sharing a private lunch. That moment reportedly left Charles deeply moved . "Kate sends him care packages and checks in on him constantly,' an insider said. 'Charles respects her more than anyone else in the family. He sees her as the glue holding them together.' This bond may have positioned Kate as the architect of reconciliation, as Charles reportedly sees her as the only person capable of changing William's stance . With Harry expressing urgency—acknowledging his father's limited time and his own readiness to reconcile—and Charles eager for peace, the question remains: can Kate's influence open a pathway through William's refusal?Perhaps this is the moment where individual compassion intersects with dynastic destiny. Kate's pledge has thrust her into a rare role: mediator of hearts within a fractured lineage. If executed delicately, it could mark the beginning of a thaw, or even a bond restored—not just for public optics, but for the quiet healing of a family once torn apart. Whether September's visit becomes a turning point may depend on Kate's ability to change perceptions and soften hearts—on her terms, and in her own, dignified way.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Kate Middleton secretly bridging the rift between Prince Harry and King Charles behind Prince William's back?
Kate Middleton has reportedly made a solemn vow to King Charles — one that could reshape royal history . According to Radar Online, she pledged to do everything within her power to reunite the fragmented monarchy: "Kate has promised Charles she'll do everything she can to bring everyone together… She believes time is running out, and she's not going to stand by and let this family fall apart.' In recent months, palace sources say King Charles—battling cancer and overseeing Operation Menai Bridge , his funeral planning—has entrusted Kate to act as a bridge between his estranged sons. Yet Prince William remains reportedly resistant, leaving the Princess of Wales to tread carefully between loyalty and diplomacy. A Royal Rift in the Spotlight The fissure between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal household has deep roots. Tensions flared during the turbulent lead-up to Harry's 2018 wedding and deepened after his memoir Spare accused William of physical aggression. Harry's emotional admission in a BBC interview—that 'the King won't speak to me'—cemented their estrangement . Yet recent developments suggest a thaw. Radar Online reports that Harry gave his blessing for discreet peace talks between his team and King Charles's communications office, though none of William's representatives were present. The aim? Avoiding media conflicts, not negotiating a formal royal role . September's Reunion?: The WellChild Window Rumour has it Harry is expected in London for the WellChild awards in September. It would mark his first UK visit in 18 months—and the first potential encounter with his father since the sharp division witnessed across recent years . You Might Also Like: Queen Elizabeth was deeply troubled by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's relationship in her final months, claims royal insider Though momentous, this visit is not without complications. King Charles is likely to be at Balmoral with US President Trump on holiday, and William's team remains firmly on the sidelines. Kate's Compassionate Currency As per Radar Online's report, a source reveals Kate's growing rapport with Charles—and her emotional intelligence—stem from both undergoing cancer treatment . In early 2024, they received care at the same London clinic before sharing a private lunch. That moment reportedly left Charles deeply moved . "Kate sends him care packages and checks in on him constantly,' an insider said. 'Charles respects her more than anyone else in the family. He sees her as the glue holding them together.' This bond may have positioned Kate as the architect of reconciliation, as Charles reportedly sees her as the only person capable of changing William's stance . With Harry expressing urgency—acknowledging his father's limited time and his own readiness to reconcile—and Charles eager for peace, the question remains: can Kate's influence open a pathway through William's refusal? You Might Also Like: 'She thought Prince Harry was a billionaire': Meghan Markle's expectations vs reality in life revealed by royal expert A Royal Restoration in the Making? Perhaps this is the moment where individual compassion intersects with dynastic destiny. Kate's pledge has thrust her into a rare role: mediator of hearts within a fractured lineage. If executed delicately, it could mark the beginning of a thaw, or even a bond restored—not just for public optics, but for the quiet healing of a family once torn apart. Whether September's visit becomes a turning point may depend on Kate's ability to change perceptions and soften hearts—on her terms, and in her own, dignified way. You Might Also Like: Is Prince Harry 'drowning' amid royal fallout and a failing brand under the influence of 'diva wife' Meghan?
Time of India
01-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Operation Menai Bridge EXPOSED? Charles Wants Harry & Meghan At Heart Of Royal Farewell
King Charles has already begun preparing his future state funeral and surprisingly, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to play a major role. Despite years of royal tension, the Sussexes have been written into key parts of the plan, including walking beside Prince William in the final procession. Even their children, Archie and Lilibet, are expected to be present at the service, marking their first inclusion in any royal ceremonial planning. According to sources, the King personally insisted on Harry reclaiming his 'rightful place' in the family. The move is being seen as a clear gesture of reconciliation, with Charles aiming to unite the royal family, even in death. The plan, known as Operation Menai Bridge, also includes the couple joining the vigil at Westminster Hall. Though the King remains in good health, the palace is leaving nothing to chance. Read More
West Australian
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
King Charles funeral plans: Harry and Meghan feature strongly despite estrangement
They might have been estranged for years, but King Charles has made sure son Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are at the centre of plans for his funeral. The Sussexes will be included at the highest level, with the Duke expected to walk side by side with then-King William — with whom he is also not currently on speaking terms — at the forefront of funeral processions through the streets of central London, The Telegraph reports. Preparations for Charles' funeral began within days of Queen Elizabeth's death on September 8, 2022, with a meticulously detailed plan that outlines everything from how the public will be informed to his lying in state and the funeral, dubbed Operation Menai Bridge. The plan, named after the world's first iron suspension bridge in Wales, is expected to evolve over time after discussions between senior representatives from the royal household, the police, the military and the church. And, Charles is reportedly adamant that Harry and Meghan take their rightful place during the days of solemn services that will follow his death. Provision has also been made for their children Archie, 6, and Lilibet, 3. The monarch, 76, is being treated for an incurable form of cancer and Harry has previously acknowledged he doesn't know how much longer his father has to live. Although recent reports suggest Charles is likely to die 'with' and not 'of' the condition when his time comes. Relations between the royals have been frosty ever since Harry and Meghan left Britain to live in the US, dropping a series of bombshells via high-profile interviews and a tell-all book and a Netflix documentary and airing their complaints about their time as senior royals. It is hoped the plans will help avoid the awkwardness of the Queen's funeral where Harry and Meghan were said to have felt further ostracised. There were differing versions of exactly when Harry learned of his grandmother's death and a frustrating lack of communication between Buckingham Palace and the Sussexes office was blamed for other dramas that included a mistaken invitation to a state reception and confusion over military uniforms. Prince Harry has recently extended an olive branch to his UK-based family, inviting Charles, and William to the Invictus Games in Birmingham in 2027, with insiders suggesting he regrets his role in the deepening royal rift.
