Amidst turmoil within the royal family, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly mulled over a return to their royal duties. Living in Montecito, California, with their children, the couple explored the idea, especially after news of King Charles and Kate Middleton's battles with cancer surfaced. Previously, rumors were circulating that Prince Harry was considering a return to the UK in May, but the possibility of Markle accompanying him remained uncertain.

Despite their deliberations and hopes to rejoin royal life on their own terms, it seems, however, that their dreams faced a harsh reality check. Recent reports suggest that their aspirations for a royal comeback hit a dead end.

In a strategic maneuver, the royal family website made a significant change, signaling that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's return to the UK was highly unlikely. The page removed the individual profiles of the Sussex royals to make a joint section at the bottom of the website. According to GB News commentator Andrew Pierce, the timing of these events was no coincidence; it was a calculated message to underscore Prince Harry and Markle's permanent departure from their royal duties.

This move came swiftly after the heartfelt announcement of Princess Kate's cancer diagnosis, suggesting a deliberate effort to reinforce the couple's status as non-working royals. This decisive action by the royal family served as a clear indication that the couple's return to the fold was firmly off the table. After being denied a return to father, this firmly closed the chapter on their royal responsibilities.

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In the midst of the impasse, the Duke held onto a glimmer of hope that his brother, Prince William, would forgive any conflicts that arose between them.

Amid Prince Harry's rumored return to the UK, speculation swirled around a potential reconciliation with his brother, Prince William. Despite the publicized clashes between Prince Harry and Markle with Prince William, especially highlighted in Netflix's docuseries, Harry & Meghan, the Duke hoped to mend fences with his sibling. However, uncertainties loomed over whether the heir to the throne was willing to extend an olive branch, particularly amidst the ongoing health crisis within the royal family.

Royal expert Tom Quinn, in an exclusive interview with The Mirror, hinted at Prince William's cautious approach, suggesting that he might prefer to keep Prince Harry at arm's length because of trust issues. While the Prince of Wales may harbor a desire for the Duke's return during this stressful period, the lack of trust complicates matters. Quinn explained that Prince Harry's unpredictability added to Prince William's concerns, indicating that welcoming the Sussex royal back into the fold could exacerbate stress levels for the royals. 

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