After years of strained ties and public fallout, Prince Harry is taking a new approach in hopes of healing the royal rift—starting with something as simple, but meaningful, as syncing calendars.
A Step Toward Peace: Sharing His Schedule with the Royals
Prince Harry has reportedly agreed to share details of his upcoming engagements with Buckingham Palace—and even with Prince William’s team at Kensington Palace.
It’s a move designed to avoid awkward timing clashes, like the recent one when Harry’s trip to Angola upstaged Queen Camilla’s 78th birthday portrait in the press.
Photos of Harry walking through a minefield, just like his late mother Princess Diana did nearly three decades ago, dominated headlines and left Camilla’s special moment largely overlooked.
Now, Harry’s team wants to avoid any repeat of that scenario.
From Clash to Coordination
Sources close to the situation say this new gesture signals a shift in tone from Harry’s camp.
Before now, some insiders felt the Sussexes welcomed the publicity that sometimes stole attention away from royal events.
But that mindset seems to be changing.
“Harry’s not looking to be controlled,” a source explained, “but he’s starting to understand that sharing his plans can help everyone avoid unnecessary conflict.”
As part of this effort, Harry’s household has created a “grid” of his engagements—basically, a shared calendar—which is now available to Buckingham Palace.
Rebuilding Bridges with His Father
While there’s no expectation that Prince William will have any control over Harry’s diary, the Duke is reportedly open to giving his brother visibility into his plans—something that hasn’t happened since tensions flared in 2020.
But make no mistake: Harry’s top priority appears to be reconnecting with his father.
Earlier this year, he spoke candidly in a BBC interview, saying, “I don’t know how much longer my father has,” a rare moment of emotional vulnerability.
Now, there’s quiet hope that father and son might carve out time to meet later this year, perhaps during Harry’s visit to London in September.
While a meetup at Balmoral isn’t in the cards—King Charles will be there until October—he’s expected to travel regularly to London for cancer treatments. That could offer an opportunity for a reunion.
Aides Are Still Talking Behind the Scenes
Much of this delicate dance has been happening behind closed doors, with key aides keeping lines of communication open.
Two weeks ago, royal watchers spotted a meeting between the King’s communications chief Tobyn Andreae and the Sussexes’ press officer Meredith Maines, along with Harry’s UK media rep Liam Maguire.
Since then, insiders say Harry’s willingness to coordinate with the Palace marks a “milestone” in his evolving relationship with the Royal Family.
Revisiting Diana’s Legacy in Angola
The Angola trip that stirred so much media attention was more than a photo op—it was personal.
Harry retraced Diana’s iconic 1997 visit to a cleared minefield, where she raised global awareness about the dangers of landmines.
This time, Harry also visited the remote village of Mawano, joined a landmine education session, and even spoke Portuguese to help children learn how to stay safe.
Reflecting on the experience on his Sussex.com website, he said: “As a father to young children, it breaks my heart to see innocent children still living and playing next to minefields.”
The Social Media Factor: Meghan’s Online Return
To add to the royal publicity puzzle, Meghan Markle has returned to social media, launching two pages that offer curated glimpses into her life with Harry.
Unsurprisingly, these posts have garnered significant media attention in the UK—sometimes overshadowing official royal duties.
It’s this ongoing clash between personal projects and royal engagements that has long irked King Charles, who prefers carefully spaced-out schedules for maximum impact and minimal overlap.
Looking Ahead to September—and Brazil
Harry is due in London in late September to support WellChild, a charity for seriously ill children where he serves as patron.
Meanwhile, Prince William is preparing for a trip to Brazil in November to spotlight his Earthshot Prize environmental initiative.
If this new scheduling truce holds, both brothers could benefit from better coordination—and maybe even begin to mend their fractured relationship.
A Long Road, But Signs of Progress
One friend of Harry’s summed it up simply: “Things are moving in the right direction, but at a glacial pace.
Meeting as early as September might be optimistic—but it’s on the horizon.”
For now, it seems the royal rift isn’t quite healed—but it’s no longer at a standstill either.
And sometimes, the smallest steps—like sharing a calendar—can lead to something much bigger.