A virtual call could open the door for future reconciliation
Royal watchers believe King Charles may try to ease tensions with Harry this Christmas, though a full family gathering at Sandringham is still seen as unlikely. Royal expert Richard Palmer suggested that a virtual call is the most realistic way for the two to connect, telling Mirror that a simple Skype conversation may be the best option for now. He also noted that it is still too early for the Duke of Sussex and Meghan Markle to join a major royal event when so much remains unresolved.
Royal commentator Katie Nicholl echoed that view, saying any deeper reconciliation will take time despite Harry’s brief meeting with Charles earlier this year. She explained that the first steps have been taken, but it is not clear whether everyone is ready to welcome Harry back fully.
This year’s Christmas at Sandringham carries added emotional weight, as Charles and Catherine continue to manage recent health struggles. Nicholl said the past year and a half has been shaped by difficulty, and the family is likely to feel the moment more keenly. She pointed to Catherine’s public reflections on the importance of love and family during her treatment, which give the holiday extra meaning.
For context, Harry and Charles met briefly on September 10 in London, their first face-to-face conversation in 19 months. That meeting was viewed as a small but significant move toward easing their long period of distance.
