King Charles III of England has cancer. Buckingham Palace has so far declined to give further details about what type it is, but has ruled out that it is related to the prostate tests he underwent just a few days ago. “During the King’s recent hospital treatment for a benign enlargement of the prostate, another cause for concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a type of cancer,” the royal household said in a statement.
The monarch, from 75 years oldhas expressed his gratitude to the medical team for “their quick intervention” and has left Sandringham for London this Monday to to begin treatment. The palace has confirmed that he will cancel all his public engagements until further notice, although he will remain at the forefront of state affairs. “The King remains very positive about the treatment and hopeful of return to full public service as soon as possible“, adds the note, which clarifies that Queen Camilla will continue with her scheduled activities.
Charles III has decided to make the diagnosis public once the beginning of the treatment has been scheduled and with the aim of avoid speculation about her state of health. In addition, they clarify from Buckingham Palace, the publication of his illness will contribute to improve the understanding towards people suffering from the same ailment around the world. “As Prince of Wales, His Majesty has publicly supported the patients with canceras well as their families and the wonderful health care professionals who care for them.”
Main reactions
Reactions to the news have not been long in coming. The Prime Minister, Rishi Sunakwished a speedy recovery to the monarch and assured that “without a doubt he will return with all his strength in a short time”. The leader of the opposition has also joined in his wishes, Keir Starmer: “On behalf of the Labour Party, I wish Her Majesty every all the best for her recovery. We look forward to his return to health,” he said via social media. Former prime ministers Boris Johnson y Liz Truss have also wished the monarch a speedy recovery.
Henry of Englandthe youngest son of Charles III, has confirmed that will travel to London in the coming days from the United States, where he resides with his family. The prince resigned in 2020 from his duties in the royal family and has since distanced himself from his father and his brother, Prince William. One of his last public appearances was at the monarch’s coronation ceremony in May 2023, in which he played a discreet role.
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