Buckingham Palace clashes with Earl Spencer over Diana memoir claim

Buckingham Palace and Earl Spencer have entered a public dispute over a new memoir about Princess Diana. The book, written by the late princess’s brother, alleges that King Charles III told Spencer, soon after Diana’s 1997 death, that “we’ll forget her soon enough.” The allegation appears in excerpts published by the Daily Mail. The palace has issued a forceful rebuttal, saying the claim is unfounded and questioning its accuracy. Palace officials have not provided a direct response from the king but say the story misrepresents his words. The spat comes as the royal family faces a packed schedule, with King Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry each slated to attend separate events later in the day. Observers note the clash could dominate media coverage despite the busy agenda.