**Meghan Markle Refuses to Take Part in Renewed Peace Efforts Between Prince Harry and the Royal Family**
*Published: October 6, 2025 | 6:45 p.m. ET*
Meghan Markle is reportedly refusing to engage in renewed peace efforts between Prince Harry and the royal family. Sources have told RadarOnline.com that she has “no interest” in brokering a truce—unless her conditions are met.
Recently, talks took place between senior aides for King Charles III, 76, and Prince Harry, 41, in a bid to heal the deep rift that has divided the royals since the Sussexes left Britain in 2020.
### King Charles Pushes for Clarity and Stability
According to insiders, the palace has drafted proposals for a “formal understanding,” described as a “prenup-style” arrangement, to set clear terms for any future cooperation between the Sussexes and the Crown. This plan would reportedly govern how the couple engages with official events and media coverage, as well as outline expectations around privacy and communication.
A palace source said, “The king wants to establish a clear framework to prevent any future confusion. The priority is safeguarding the institution above all else, with personal feelings coming second. The goal is to put recent turmoil behind us and ensure the rules are unambiguous moving forward.”
### Divergent Reactions from the Sussexes
However, insiders suggest Markle, 44, has reacted coolly to the idea, while Harry is said to be “very open to negotiation.”
One source noted, “Harry has indicated he wants to rebuild trust—he’s even proposed coordinating diaries to prevent overlapping engagements. Meghan, however, holds a firmer stance. She feels a formal agreement isn’t necessary and that trust can’t be restored through documents alone.”
Another insider added, “From the palace’s viewpoint, Meghan’s position has made progress challenging. She remains firm that she won’t participate in reconciliation talks unless their security and privacy concerns are completely resolved. This has caused some strain with Harry, who believes the opportunity to mend relations is limited.”
### Royal Rift Still Runs Deep
The Sussexes’ departure from royal duties in 2020 and their subsequent move to Montecito, California, along with their children Archie, 6, and Lilibet, 4, sparked one of the most significant crises for the monarchy in decades.
The couple’s high-profile interviews—including their explosive sit-down with Oprah Winfrey—the Netflix docu-series *Harry & Meghan*, and Prince Harry’s memoir *Spare*—have all deepened the divide.
A former palace adviser commented, “The wounds from those revelations are still raw. Each time private conversations became public, a bit more trust was lost. Within the palace, Meghan is still seen as the red line—the concern over further leaks or damaging portrayals remains significant.”
While King Charles is eager to move forward, Prince William, 43, and Princess Kate, also 43, remain resistant to reconciliation efforts.
The adviser explained, “William and Kate have maintained their distance. They’ve stayed out of the recent discussions and prefer not to engage at this stage. The hurt runs deep—there are personal bridges that need to be rebuilt in private before anything can happen publicly.”
### Harry’s Desire to Reconnect His Children with Family
Prince Harry is reportedly motivated by his wish for his children to know their royal cousins—Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7.
A friend close to the duke said, “He was deeply disappointed that Archie and Lilibet couldn’t join the family at Balmoral this summer. He wants them to grow up knowing their cousins—that’s why he continues to make an effort, even if Meghan remains unconvinced.”
Sources indicate that Markle is essentially done getting involved in Harry’s royal peace talks, despite having a brief phone conversation with King Charles when Harry recently met with him for a 53-minute tea meeting to discuss the possibility of returning to the monarchy’s fold.
### Stalemate Threatens Hopes of Reconciliation
In a recent interview with the BBC, Harry expressed his wish for reconciliation, saying about his family, “There’s no point continuing to fight any more, life is precious.”
However, sources suggest the current impasse leaves little room for optimism.
A royal insider remarked, “At this stage, the idea of a contract remains only talk. The palace is seeking clear boundaries, while the Sussexes are determined to preserve their independence. Neither side is moving, and Meghan’s reluctance to take part remains the key obstacle—until that shifts, nothing will change.”
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