King Charles and Prince Harry have reunited for the first time in more than 18 months, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.

The father and son, who have been estranged since Harry stepped down from royal duties in 2020 and moved to the US with Meghan Markle, last met in February 2024 when the Palace announced the King’s cancer diagnosis.

A Private Meeting at Clarence House

According to reports, the King welcomed Harry for a private tea this afternoon. The Royal Standard was raised above Buckingham Palace earlier in the day, signaling the monarch’s presence in London.

Harry arrived at Clarence House in a black Range Rover shortly before the meeting began, while the King had flown from Aberdeen to RAF Northolt and was seen traveling by car into the residence. The reunion is believed to have lasted just under an hour, with Harry leaving around 6:15 p.m.

Although the Palace has not disclosed what was discussed, the encounter is being viewed as a major step towards reconciliation after years of strained relations.