Just when it seemed like the royal family might be inching toward peace, Prince Harry has reportedly tabled a new set of demands—and insiders say the Palace is not taking it well.

According to celebrity journalist Rob Shuter, sources close to the royal household claim Harry has issued a list of non-negotiables as part of his potential return to royal life—or even just future visits to the UK. The list has reportedly left Buckingham Palace aides “reeling.”

The Demands Include:

• Full security for his entire family, paid for by King Charles
• “Press control” coordinated by the Palace, to manage media narratives
• Formal recognition of Meghan Markle as HRH, including being greeted with bows and curtsies

An insider told Shuter: “Harry doesn’t want another trip where he feels unprotected and exposed. He wants iron-clad guarantees—not vague promises.

“Security and privacy are non-negotiable. And he insists Meghan must be treated as HRH—with the respect of bows and curtsies from family members. For William, that’s a hard no.”

Courtiers “Reeling” — King Charles Caught in the Middle

The reaction behind palace doors? Shock and frustration. One source said the King is open to reconciliation but sees the current demands as “risking the fragile progress” recently made.

“Charles wants peace and to see his son,” said the insider. “But these demands risk blowing open old wounds.”

The issue of security, in particular, has long been a sticking point. Prince Harry has been embroiled in legal action against the UK Home Office for denying him taxpayer-funded security after stepping back as a senior royal.

A Secret Meeting That Sparked Hope

The drama follows reports of a secret “peace summit” between Harry and King Charles’ senior aides in July, spotted by paparazzi at a private members’ club in London. At the time, insiders described the meeting as:

“The first step toward reconciliation… There was no formal agenda, just casual drinks. Both sides had things they needed to say. A channel of communication is now open for the first time in years.”

But with this new list of demands surfacing, even that fragile diplomatic thaw may be on the verge of collapse.

So, Where Does This Leave Things?

While it’s clear both Harry and Charles want some form of peace, insiders suggest the demands may make that goal harder to reach. The “HRH” issue around Meghan remains particularly toxic, especially for Prince William, who reportedly views it as a non-starter.

“Everyone wants to move on,” one royal aide told Shuter, “but not if it means rewriting the rules just for Harry and Meghan.”

Final Take: Reconciliation may be on the table—but it’s not coming without conditions. And if these demands stand, the already fragile royal family could be headed for yet another standoff.