King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer, Buckingham Palace announced in a statement.
It’s not prostate cancer, but it was discovered during surgery last week to treat an enlarged prostate.
A statement from Buckingham Palace: https://t.co/zmYuaWBKw6
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The type of cancer has not been disclosed, but according to the announcement he has started a treatments program.
“He remains optimistic about the outcome of the treatment and looks forward to returning to his duties as soon as possible,” Buckingham Palace said.
Although he will suspend his public duties, King Charles will continue to exercise his constitutional role as head of state.
As the announcement concludes, King Charles has chosen to make the diagnosis known to prevent speculation and in the hope that it will help show public understanding to all those affected by cancer.
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Meanwhile, according to the BBC, Prince Harry has spoken to the king about his diagnosis and will travel to the UK to see him in the coming days.
At the same time, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak wished King Charles a “full and speedy recovery”, while underlining that he has “no doubt” that the monarch will fully recover his strength as soon as possible.
Wishing His Majesty a full and speedy recovery.
I have no doubt he’ll be back to full strength in no time and I know the whole country will be wishing him well. https://t.co/W4qe806gmv
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) February 5, 2024
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