A new explosive book, "Our King: Charles III" by royal commentator Robert Jobson, claims that discussions at the "highest level" took place regarding whether to strip Prince Harry and Meghan Markle of their Duke and Duchess of Sussex titles.
According to the book, senior palace officials believed that Prince Harry had "turned his back" on his family after he and Meghan departed from royal life in 2020.
However, King Charles was not supportive of removing the titles from his son and daughter-in-law, the book reveals.
A palace insider shared with Robert Jobson that many officials jokingly suggested that Prince Harry was suffering from "Stockholm syndrome," saying, "There was a point when officials joked Harry was the victim of Stockholm syndrome, and he was Meghan's hostage, but now most just feel Harry has turned his back on everything he has known."
The book claims that King Charles is deeply troubled by the growing rift between him and his younger son, and wishes to see more of his two grandchildren from the Sussexes. "The fact is that Charles is deeply saddened by the widening gulf between him and his youngest son, and wishes he could see more of the Sussexes' two children," the book states.
It further adds, "Without doubt, Harry's stream of complaints have threatened to upset the harmony of the new reign. Each TV interview to promote his autobiography has made the chances of healing the rift with his father seem less likely."
The book suggests that if Prince Harry continues to criticize the monarchy, King Charles will face mounting pressure. "Ultimately, despite Charles' enduring love for his son, he will come under increasing pressure if Harry continues to attack the monarchy. At that point, the King would have two options: put up with the spreading stain on his reign or take action to limit its scope," the book concludes.
