Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, recently embarked on a significant journey to Kyiv, Ukraine, accompanied by the Invictus Foundation. This visit, following a four-day stay in the UK where he reunited with King Charles for the first time in 19 months, has brought renewed attention to the ongoing complex dynamics within the British Royal Family, particularly concerning his relationship with his elder brother, Prince William.

Harry's trip to Ukraine marks his second visit to the conflict-ridden nation, his previous engagement being at the Superhuman Trauma Centre in Lyiv, which supports amputees. This latest visit to Kyiv, a city closer to the conflict zone, was reportedly suggested to him after a meeting with Olga Rudnieva, CEO of the Lyiv centre. The Duke clarified that he secured permission from the UK government and confirmed Meghan's comfort with the trip before accepting an official invitation from the Ukrainian government. Having served in the Armed Forces himself, Prince Harry has long been a vocal advocate for wounded veterans, founding the Invictus Games in 2014 to champion the therapeutic benefits of sport for former service personnel.

However, this maiden trip to Kyiv is said to have provoked considerable frustration and anger in Prince William among palace officials. Despite William's unwavering support for Ukraine since Russia's 2022 invasion, he was reportedly