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Royal Family Drama Unfolds: Harry and Meghan’s Claims of Gaslighting Refuted
Experts on the Royal Family have pushed back against Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent claims of institutional gaslighting, as revealed in a teaser for their upcoming Netflix documentary series.
The former spokesperson for the Queen, Dickie Arbiter, minced no words in discrediting the couple's allegations, likening their narrative to a leaky colander with numerous holes.
In the latest trailer for the Netflix docuseries, Prince Harry alleges that falsehoods were propagated to safeguard his brother, Prince William, followed by the assertion that he and Meghan were subjected to institutional gaslighting.
Arbiter, who served the Queen from 1988 to 2000, vehemently denounced the couple's account, particularly refuting their claim that security measures were withdrawn prior to their relocation to the US in early 2020.
Arbiter emphasized to The Sun that the narrative presented by Harry and Meghan is riddled with inconsistencies, asserting that the decision to remove their security was influenced by American taxpayers' unwillingness to fund their expenses.
He criticized the couple's focus, opining that their credibility has been compromised by the conflicting messages they are disseminating.
The upcoming episodes of the Netflix documentary, set to air imminently, delve deeper into the theme of institutional gaslighting as discussed by Harry and Meghan.
While the targets of their accusations remain somewhat ambiguous, the public fallout between Harry and William has raised concerns about the impact on Britain's global reputation, according to royal biographer Tom Bower.
Bower expressed dismay over Harry's perceived disloyalty towards his family, suggesting that the rift between the brothers could tarnish the image of the British monarchy internationally.
The biography author dismissed claims made in the Netflix teaser regarding the couple's motives for relocating to the US, challenging assertions that their security was compromised before their departure from the UK.
Royal analyst Richard Fitzwilliams echoed these sentiments, questioning the adequacy of security provided to the Sussexes during their time as senior working royals.
Fitzwilliams highlighted the need for transparency and evidence to substantiate the couple's claims, particularly in light of their extensive recordings that could potentially be sensationalized for entertainment purposes.
In a separate development, King Charles III paid tribute to his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, during a poignant visit to Parliament.
The King unveiled a memorial honoring the Queen at Westminster Hall, where she lay in state before her official funeral.
The solemn occasion saw the suspension of parliamentary sessions as a mark of respect for the monarch's memory.
Charles, accompanied by his siblings, Princess Anne, Prince Edward, and Prince Andrew, participated in a silent vigil around the Queen's casket, adorned with the Imperial State Crown and draped in the royal standard.
The symbolic gesture underscored the royal family's unity in commemorating the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, as the nation mourned her passing.