Surprise Announcement From the Royal House About Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía: Everything Changes

The Royal Household has made a key decision and with it, the paths of Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía have begun to diverge. Until now, their lives have run parallel. However, after Zarzuela's decision, everything has changed.

Since they were young, King Felipe and Queen Letizia have committed to giving them the same education. They have studied at the same school, Santa María de los Rosales. They have shared primary, secondary, and even the International Baccalaureate at UWC Atlantic College in Wales.

Everything changed this week. For the first time, the institution has marked clear differences between the two sisters. The reason: their immediate future.

The Paths of Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía Diverge After Royal Household's Announcement

While Leonor has followed the expected path as heir, Sofía has been left out of that route. The Royal Household has confirmed it emphatically. "The possibility of military training for her is not being considered," it was officially declared this Tuesday from the Palacio de la Zarzuela.

With this statement, one of the great mysteries about the Infanta has been cleared up. For months, there has been speculation about the possibility of Sofía following in Leonor's footsteps. But ultimately, that will not be the case.

The Royal Household has made it clear that her itinerary will be different. Although it has not yet been confirmed what Infanta Sofía's next step will be, everything points to her focusing on university after finishing the baccalaureate in June.

It has also been explained that, for now, several options are being considered, there is no rush, no final decisions. But, as always, when something definitive is decided, it will be released, as assured by the royal family's circle. Since she was young, every move of Sofía has been communicated with transparency.

Infanta Sofía Will Not Follow Princess Leonor's Footsteps Until the Royal Household States Otherwise

In contrast, Princess Leonor has already begun her military training. She has done so due to her status as a future queen. Last year she was at the General Military Academy in Zaragoza.

This course she has been in Marín, training in the Navy. She is now sailing on the training ship Juan Sebastián Elcano. And next year, the Air Academy in San Javier awaits her.

Therefore, the separation of paths is evident. Leonor has been prepared for the throne, Sofía doesn't have that destiny and therefore, her range of choice is much broader. The decision of the Royal Household has marked a turning point, the future of Infanta Sofía has undoubtedly taken a radical turn.