Waleses and Sussexes Unite in Mourning for the Queen

In a poignant display of familial solidarity, the Waleses and the Sussexes have seemingly set aside their differences following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

On Tuesday evening, Prince William, Kate Middleton, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle gathered with other royal family members at Buckingham Palace to receive the late monarch's coffin.

The event marked a significant moment, as the ongoing rift between the two brothers appeared to be overshadowed by their shared grief for their beloved grandmother.

As the Queen's coffin made its way from Scotland to London, it was met with a heartfelt reception from well-wishers outside Buckingham Palace.

Crowds gathered, applauding and cheering as the state hearse, designed for public viewing, arrived draped in a royal standard adorned with a wreath of flowers from Balmoral.

The atmosphere was charged with emotion, a fitting tribute to the late Queen who had dedicated her life to service.

Inside the palace, King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla welcomed the coffin with other royals, including William and Kate, Harry and Meghan.

Their somber expressions reflected the weight of the occasion as they arrived at the royal residence.

This intimate gathering came just days after the so-called “Fab Four” made a surprise appearance together outside Windsor Castle, delighting royal fans.

Reports suggest that this rare joint outing only happened after considerable negotiation between the brothers.

The royal family was further joined by Prince Edward, Sophie, and their children, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn.

Prince Andrew was also present, accompanied by his daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, along with their husbands.

The gathering was rounded out by Lady Sarah Chateau and Earl Snowdon, the children of Princess Margaret, paying their respects to the matriarch of the family.

As the hearse came to a halt in the palace's quadrangle, a guard of honour from the 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards rendered a royal salute.

The coffin was then carried into the bow room by the bearer party from the Queen's Company 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards, while the Sovereign's Piper played a lament, adding to the solemnity of the moment.

The coffin will rest at Buckingham Palace overnight before being handed over to the nation for lying in state.

Tomorrow, William and Harry are expected to walk together once more behind their grandmother's coffin as it travels from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall.

The procession will include their father, King Charles, along with the Duke of York, the Princess Royal, and the Earl of Wessex.

Meanwhile, Kate and Meghan will travel alongside Camilla and the Countess of Wessex by car, maintaining a respectful distance during the solemn march.

The procession is scheduled to leave the palace at 2:22 PM, arriving at Westminster Hall by 3:00 PM.

A brief service led by the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Dean of Westminster will follow, marking a moment of reflection for the grieving nation.

As anticipation builds, members of the public have already begun queuing to pay their respects during the late Queen's lying in state, which starts at 5:00 PM on Wednesday.

This opportunity to honor the Queen will continue until 6:30 AM next Monday, coinciding with the day of her funeral.

Earlier on Tuesday, Princess Anne accompanied her mother's coffin on its final journey from Scotland, where it had been resting at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh.

Thousands of mourners had paid their tributes there, reflecting the deep affection held for the late monarch.

Having been at the Queen's side when she passed away peacefully at Balmoral, Princess Anne expressed her feelings in a moving statement.

She described the journey as an “honor and a privilege,” highlighting the deep bond shared within the royal family during this difficult time.

Meanwhile, King Charles was in Northern Ireland, continuing his tour as the new sovereign, amidst the emotional backdrop of his mother's passing.

The events surrounding the Queen's death have not only united the royal family but have also drawn the nation together in mourning.

As the world watches, the legacy of Queen Elizabeth II continues to resonate, reminding everyone of her unwavering dedication to duty and service.