Prince William and Prince Harry deny feud ahead of British royal family crisis meeting
ABCPrinces William and Harry have slammed a newspaper report describing a severe strain in their relationship, calling the story offensive and potentially harmful ahead of talks regarding the future of the British monarchy. Key points: Prince Charles and Prince William will also be attending the meeting at Sandringham The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced they wanted to step back as senior royals The shock announcement has exposed divisions in the Windsor family The two brothers issued the unusual statement hours before Queen Elizabeth II held talks with Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, for the first time since he and his wife Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, unveiled their controversial plan to walk away from royal roles. Harry and Meghan's 'step back' is the inspo we need to go our own way Photo shows Photo of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle torn away from Queen Elizabeth for a story on disappointing family Decisions about career, relationships, lifestyle and belief systems can cause distress within families — but that doesn't necessarily mean they're a bad move. Afterwards, the Queen released a statement giving her blessing to Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's wish for a more independent future following crisis talks involving the most senior members of the royal family. Her eldest son and heir, Prince Charles, has long sought a leaner royal family, though it is unclear how Prince Harry and Meghan would fit into that model — especially if they become Hollywood superstars.