Tensions between King Charles and his youngest son, Prince Harry, appear to have reached a critical juncture as reports suggest that the monarch is 'reluctant' to engage with the Duke of Sussex due to a perceived breach of trust.

In a bid to pave the way for any possible reconciliation, King Charles has reportedly laid down three conditions that must be met before considering a meeting with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

Sources close to the royal family disclosed that the 75-year-old monarch is insistent on rebuilding the eroded trust between him and his son.

The conditions set forth by King Charles include the presence of aides and officials during any meeting, meticulous documentation of the proceedings, and the recording of minutes to ensure transparency.

"If there will be a meeting, it will have to be done properly with aides and officials present, and everything documented with minutes taken," revealed an insider to Express UK, emphasizing the King's stance on establishing a framework for trust.

Omid Scobie, purportedly a close friend of Prince Harry and Meghan, has recently released a book titled "Endgame," further intensifying the narrative surrounding the California-based couple.

The book, described as adding fuel to the ongoing tensions, is seen by some as a complicating factor in the already delicate relationship between the Sussexes and the royal family.

Despite the challenges, there are those who remain optimistic about the possibility of a reunion. Speculation suggests that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are determined to mend fences with their royal relatives, choosing to bury the hatchet for the sake of family unity.

A PR expert weighed in on the situation, noting that King Charles might be 'putting on a brave face' to facilitate reconciliation with Prince Harry and the rest of the family. The monarch is expected to leverage his years of diplomatic experience to navigate a peace deal with the Sussexes, demonstrating a commitment to restoring harmony within the royal fold.