Rebecca English reveals explosive new details behind Prince Harry’s deepening feud with the royal family
The already fraught relationship between Prince Harry and the royal family has taken yet another dramatic turn — and this time, it’s not an explosive interview or a best-selling memoir, but a single, symbolic Instagram post from Meghan Markle that insiders say has reignited royal tensions.
According to palace sources, Meghan’s latest social media activity — the quiet launch of a new Instagram account tied to her upcoming lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard — is being interpreted behind palace walls as a direct and calculated provocation.
The Instagram Post That Lit the Fuse
On Tuesday evening, Meghan returned to Instagram after years of digital silence since her and Harry’s royal exit in 2020. At first glance, the account appears harmless — polished images, soft pastels, and hints of an aspirational lifestyle brand. But royal insiders claim the timing and context tell a different story.
“She knows exactly what she’s doing,” said one senior royal aide. “To launch this just days before King Charles’s birthday and during Prince William’s key diplomatic initiatives? It’s not random. It’s a rather giant f*** you.”
Strategic Timing or Deliberate Disrespect?
The launch came just as Prince William prepared for his high-profile Earthshot Prize announcements and King Charles readied for a series of public engagements. The overlap has left many in the royal circle privately seething.
“It was like dropping a grenade in the middle of the royal calendar,” another source told the Mail. “It’s calculated. It’s disruptive. She wants attention, and she knows how to get it.”
Royal commentator Rebecca English notes that the palace views this move not as a benign business decision, but part of a broader pattern of perceived antagonism — a sign that the Sussexes aren’t just stepping back from the royal family, but actively working against it.
Mounting Frustration Inside the Palace
Behind the scenes, tensions are reported to be at a boiling point.
Prince William is said to be “furious,” and Queen Camilla has reportedly described the timing as “disrespectful.” As for King Charles, insiders say he is “deeply saddened,” though perhaps not entirely surprised.
Meanwhile, Harry — who remains in California with Meghan — has offered no public comment or attempt at damage control. That silence, some say, speaks volumes.
“This isn’t just about branding,” said one aide. “This is Harry and Meghan signaling that they’re done playing by royal rules — they’re setting their own.”
A Deepening Divide
Since stepping down from their royal roles in 2020, Harry and Meghan’s relationship with the monarchy has been defined by tension — from the Oprah Winfrey interview to the Netflix docuseries and Harry’s memoir Spare.
Moments of potential reconciliation — such as during the Queen’s funeral or the King’s coronation — offered faint hope. But those hopes now appear more remote than ever.
“There were already cracks,” said one insider. “This just split the whole foundation.”
Tactical Brilliance or Long-Term Damage?
Some analysts argue Meghan’s return to the spotlight is a savvy move, reigniting her personal brand just ahead of a major business launch. However, others warn that the optics in the UK are overwhelmingly negative.
“Every move seems designed to keep the Sussexes in the headlines,” said royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams. “But at what cost to their reputation — or to any hope of family healing?”
What Comes Next?
With Meghan’s brand launch imminent and Harry set for solo appearances in Europe, insiders predict the rift will only widen. For royal observers, the Duchess’s social media comeback is more than just a brand reboot — it’s a bold signal in the ongoing battle over image, influence, and legacy.
In the eyes of the palace, this Instagram post may go down as more than just a lifestyle teaser — it could mark another defining moment in the royal family’s most painful and public feud.