Prince William and Queen Camilla sent a clear message to Prince Harry as they displayed a rare moment of public affection towards each other during French President Emmanuel Macron’s arrival for his state visit to the UK on Tuesday.
The 77-year-old Queen’s thoughtful gesture towards the future king seems to be message to the Duke of Sussex, who has not on good term with Camilla since she married to King Charles.
The heir to the throne was photographed planting a tender kiss on his stepmother’s cheek at RAF Northolt.
Kate Middleton enjoyed the moment when the Prince of Wales carefully dipped his head to avoid knocking Camilla’s emerald-green Philip Treacy hat as he greeted her.
The stunning moment highlighted the strengthening relationship between William and Camilla, who have grown notably closer during recent family health crisis.
However, the pair’s gesture could further hurt Harry, who has previously accused Camilla of interfering in his relationship with his father King Charles.
The warm exchange occurred as William and Kate welcomed President Macron and his wife Brigitte for their three-day visit. The state visit marked the first by an EU head of state since Brexit, underscoring its diplomatic significance.
The lavish state banquet at Windsor Castle drew numerous high-profile attendees, including Sir Elton John.