Despite whispers of a behind-the-scenes peace effort between the Sussexes and the royal household, Prince William appears firmly unwilling to reengage with his younger brother, according to multiple royal sources.

Over the past week, British tabloids reported that representatives for King Charles and Prince Harry had allegedly met in London for what was described as a low-profile attempt at reconciliation. Candid photos said to capture aides from both sides added fuel to the speculation, though no formal confirmation has been issued by either camp.

While some insiders cautiously described the supposed meeting as “a step in the right direction,” the Mirror reports that any mending of the rift between Prince Harry and Prince William remains unlikely. One anonymous source even suggested that repairing the fraternal relationship could be “a different matter entirely” compared to smoothing tensions with their father, King Charles.

Commentators have also noted the absence of Prince William and Princess Catherine in these reported discussions. Royal columnist Richard Eden remarked that neither the Prince nor Princess of Wales had been invited to participate — and if they had, he implied, they likely would have declined. “There will be no olive branches offered,” he wrote, adding that no meetings would take place “until William and Catherine receive apologies from the Sussexes.”

The lack of involvement appears deliberate. Sources close to the heir to the throne say Prince William remains “deeply wounded” by revelations and accusations made by his brother in both his memoir, Spare, and various televised interviews over the past few years. Among the grievances are claims that painted the future king as temperamental and emotionally distant during key events in Harry’s life.

Any speculation about a near-term family reconciliation appears unfounded. A source told the Mirror: “There are no plans to either make contact with or arrange to see the Duke of Sussex in the near future. Regardless of any members of the family seeking reconciliation, that is certainly not on the prince’s mind.”

Both William and Catherine are said to be fully focused on their royal duties and raising their three children. According to those familiar with the couple’s mindset, the emotional toll from past events has left little room — or appetite — for rebuilding bridges with Harry and Meghan at this stage.

Representatives for both Kensington Palace and the Sussexes declined to comment on the matter.