Members of Liechtenstein's ruling dynasty are threatening to file a lawsuit against Crown Prince and de facto head of state Alois over his succession reforms, the Financial Times (FT) newspaper reported, citing � representatives of the ruling family. In mid-August, the ruling house of Liechtenstein announced the decision to equalize the rights of men and women in the matter of succession, but the adopted changes will only apply to future generations. Until now, Liechtenstein was the only monarchy in Europe, where the inheritance of the princely throne was in the male line. "A family conflict is breaking out in Europe's richest monarchy. Some representatives of the ruling house of Liechtenstein are threatening to sue the de facto leader... The conflict erupted last month, after the heir to the throne � Prince Alois implemented reforms that at first glance seem progressive. women were given the opportunity to inherit the throne and vote on family matters," the FT reported. The newspaper emphasized that with this decision, the prince expanded his authority in matters related to the titles, coats of arms and status of the members of the dynasty. Two representatives of the ruling house said that the prince's reforms also have financial implications, as dynastic status affects payments to family members from the house's multibillion-dollar fortune. � on size and conditions. Members of the dynasty opposed to the decision also claim that Prince Alois broke protocol by holding the vote on the reforms by mail, while the traditional practice involves a face-to-face vote.