His Majesty King Charles III and Queen Camilla have released a joint statement after learning of sad news from Qatar. The monarch and his wife have shared their "heartfelt condolences" after news broke of the death of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Father Amir of the State of Qatar.
A message released by the palace read: "Their Majesties The King and Queen were deeply saddened to learn of the death of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Father Amir of the State of Qatar.
© AFP via Getty Images"His Highness dedicated many years of distinguished service to Qatar, guiding the nation through a transformative period in its history. His leadership, vision and commitment to the welfare of the Qatari people were widely admired, both within Qatar and around the world.
"Their Majesties extend their most heartfelt condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, to the members of the Al Thani Family, and to the people of Qatar at this time of loss and mourning.
"The thoughts and prayers of the Royal Family are with all those who grieve his loss."
© Photo: Getty ImagesFamily reunion
© Tim Graham Photo Library via GetThis sad message comes after a buoyant Friday, when the monarch got to see his grandchildren, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet for the first time since 2022.
HELLO! confirmed that Harry travelled to his father, King Charles' Gloucestershire residence, Highgrove House, where he was hosted by the monarch and Queen Camilla. For the occasion, Harry was joined by his wife, Meghan Markle, and the pair's two children, Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five. The royal children were last in town for the late Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June 2022.
No pictures or details were released from the meeting but perhaps this was a big first step in Prince Harry rebuilding his broken bond with his family.
In recent years, Harry's relationship with his brother, Prince William has become fractured. Harry's memoir, Spare, even detailed a physical altercation between him and William at Nottingham Cottage in 2019. It is not believed that William and Harry met while Harry was in London.
