King Charles III is reportedly avoiding any plans to meet his estranged brother, Prince Andrew, during the royal family's summer vacation at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.

The decision comes amid ongoing sensitivities related to Andrew's past controversies, including his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

While the exact reasons for Charles's exclusion of Andrew from the royal family's itinerary remain unclear, sources indicate that Andrew's presence at Balmoral would raise significant concerns.

The disgraced Duke of York has been living in exile at Marsh Farm since April, though he recently relocated to Norfolk, where he is reportedly settling into a routine of personal activities.This marks the first time since Andrew's scandal erupted in 2019 that Charles and his brother have not been seen together publicly.

The royal family's decision to keep Andrew away from their traditional retreat underscores the lingering tensions and the need to maintain public perception.Despite being geographically close to Sandringham Estate, Charles chose not to meet Andrew during his recent visit.The situation reflects broader issues of accountability and the impact of past misconduct on familial relationships within the monarchy.