King Harry contacts William following agreement with Father Charles, establishing peace.
In a bid to mend fences with his brother, Prince Harry has extended invitations to Prince William and other members of the Royal Family to attend the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham [1][2][4]. The Games, founded by Harry in 2014, are designed to showcase the resilience of wounded, injured, or sick servicemen and women, both physically and mentally.
However, the current state of relations between the brothers has cast a shadow over the invitation. Royal insiders and commentators suggest that William and his wife, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, are unlikely to attend due to ongoing strained relations [1][2][3]. The feud between the brothers has worsened since Harry's 2023 memoir Spare and his stepping back from royal duties in 2020.
There is cautious hope that the Games may serve as a platform for easing tensions, with meetings between Harry’s and the King’s communications teams potentially signalling early steps towards reconciliation [4][5]. Yet, no firm commitments or public reconciliations have been confirmed.
Regarding the 30th anniversary of Princess Diana's death, no explicit new developments or invitations tied to this event have been reported. The focus appears to be on the Invictus Games, with no confirmed involvement or joint commemorations involving William and Harry at this time.
In a separate development, Prince Harry has expressed a desire to make amends with the royal family [6]. In an interview with the BBC in May 2025, he spoke about his wish to reconcile and work together with his family, particularly in projects related to Princess Diana's legacy.
The peace talks between Harry and King Charles followed years of feud [7]. A meeting between their aides in London was dubbed a 'peace summit'. However, no specific details about the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 or Princess Diana's 30th death anniversary were provided.
Notably, King Charles has reportedly demanded that Meghan Markle not be involved in any project representing the legacy of Princess Diana [8]. This demand may add another layer of complexity to the already strained relationships within the royal family.
In a further twist, Harry has reportedly requested King Charles' blessings for the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 [9]. It appears that King Charles heard Harry's request, and a meeting was held between their aides in London in July.
As the 2027 Invictus Games and the 30th anniversary of Princess Diana's death approach, the royal family faces a critical juncture. The outcome of these events could significantly impact the dynamics within the family and potentially lead to reconciliation or further divisions.
[1] The Telegraph, 2023 [2] The Guardian, 2023 [3] The Independent, 2023 [4] BBC News, 2025 [5] Sky News, 2025 [6] BBC News, 2025 [7] The Times, 2025 [8] The Sun, 2024 [9] The Mirror, 2025
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