Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is reportedly refusing to back down in his ongoing standoff with King Charles, with new claims suggesting the disgraced former royal has become increasingly aggressive in his demands as tensions behind palace walls continue to simmer.

According to reports, Andrew believes he has been unfairly treated by the monarchy and remains deeply resentful over the dramatic downfall that saw him stripped of royal duties, titles, privileges, and his long-standing position within the royal family.

Sources claim the former Duke feels he was made a scapegoat and continues to harbor anger toward his older brother, King Charles, for what he views as a lack of support during the most turbulent period of his life.

Insiders further allege that Andrew is frustrated not only by his own fall from grace but also by what he perceives as the sidelining of his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson and daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, from the royal spotlight.

While King Charles has reportedly attempted to ignore much of Andrew’s behavior, concerns are said to be growing within palace circles about what the embattled royal may do next.

According to sources cited by Closer Magazine, Andrew is now seeking compensation reportedly worth as much as £558,000 under the terms of his original lease agreement. The demand comes despite claims that Charles continues to cover significant portions of his brother’s lifestyle and expenses.

“The way Andrew sees it, the worst has already happened,” one source alleged. “He truly feels he has nothing left to lose.”

The insider continued by claiming Andrew views himself as a victim of circumstances far larger than his own actions, believing he has been publicly humiliated, cast out of royal life, and unfairly blamed for problems extending beyond him.

The reported demands have raised eyebrows, particularly after revelations that Andrew recently traveled to France aboard a private jet for a three-day stay hosted by a Dubai-based billionaire. The trip allegedly took place only weeks after his arrest and subsequent release as part of an ongoing investigation.

Sources describe Andrew as being “extremely fired up” and increasingly determined to challenge the institution that once protected him. Some insiders even claim he has privately suggested he could go “nuclear” if his demands are ignored.

While Andrew no longer holds an official role within the monarchy, reports suggest palace officials remain wary of the potential fallout from any future actions he may take. With the royal family already navigating a series of public controversies, insiders believe the last thing Buckingham Palace needs is another crisis involving the King’s younger brother.

As tensions reportedly continue behind closed doors, Andrew’s latest demands are said to be fueling fresh concerns that the long-running royal drama is far from over.