Buckingham Palace has confirmed that King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer following his hospitalization for a benign prostate enlargement. The King has commenced treatment for his cancer and "has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties."
According to the Telegraph, King Charles has maintained his "usual good form" after undergoing his initial cancer treatment. Despite being "a little frustrated" by how his diagnosis has influenced not only his own schedule but also the plans of those around him, the King has returned to Clarence House to commence his recovery. With the support of aides and the Queen, he plans to fulfill some of his state responsibilities from home.
A source from the palace shared with the publication, "He’s on his usual good form in every way, just a little frustrated that his condition has affected not just his own plans but impacted on others." In addition to managing his duties, the King has reportedly been staying in close communication with his family, including both of his sons.
King Charles is anticipated to temporarily step back from his royal responsibilities for an extended period, with the palace yet to specify a date for his return. Despite this, palace officials have assured that the King eagerly anticipates resuming his duties at the earliest opportunity and will continue to review government Red Boxes during his treatment phase.
It seems unlikely that the King will participate in the upcoming Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey on March 11, an event traditionally attended by the royal family's senior figures. While Buckingham Palace has expressed the King's desire to "return to full public duty as soon as possible," his presence at future engagements, including the 80th anniversary of D-Day in June, remains uncertain. The palace has not indicated any immediate plans to appoint Counsellors of State to assume the King's official functions during his absence.
