Prince Harry is clarifying the situation surrounding recent allegations.

Following the release of the book Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York, which claimed that Harry and Prince Andrew engaged in a physical confrontation during a 2013 family gathering—sparked by Andrew’s supposed remarks about Meghan Markle—the Duke of Sussex has firmly disputed these assertions. The claims suggested that a comment made about Meghan led to significant tension between the two royals.

In a statement provided to People on August 2, a spokesperson for Harry stated emphatically, “I can confirm neither of those things are true.” They further clarified, “Prince Harry and Prince Andrew have never had a physical fight, nor did Prince Andrew ever make those comments about the Duchess of Sussex to Prince Harry.” This strong denial has become a focal point amid ongoing discussions about royal family dynamics.

An excerpt from Andrew Lowni’s biography, which details the lives of Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson, describes Andrew as a controversial figure. Published in the Daily Mail, the excerpt alleges that a “heated argument” arose due to “something Andrew said behind Harry’s back.” This assertion adds fuel to the speculation surrounding royal tensions and interpersonal conflicts.

The biography further claims that during this altercation, “punches were thrown,” resulting in Andrew sustaining a bloody nose. Lowni also suggested that Andrew privately warned Harry that his relationship with Meghan might not endure, referring to her as an “opportunist.” These claims have generated significant media attention, raising questions about the nature of relationships within the royal family.