A statement from Buckingham Palace stated, "A separate issue of concern was noted during The King's recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement." "Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer."
"A schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties," was announced by the palace. "As usual, Charles will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork during this time," the palace stated.
The cancer's nature, stage, and mode of treatment have not been disclosed by the palace.
Charles underwent surgery to correct an enlarged prostate, and one week ago, on January 29, he was released from The London Clinic, according to Buckingham Palace. After a "short period of recuperation," the palace announced at the time, Charles was anticipated to resume public activities.
"The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure," the palace said. "He is still entirely satisfied with his care and eager to get back to doing his official duties as soon as feasible. In order to quell rumors and promote awareness for all cancer sufferers worldwide, His Majesty has decided to make his diagnosis public."
A royal source claims that Charles told his siblings and children directly.
Prince Harry has spoken with his father and is scheduled to visit him in the UK in the near future.
A spokeswoman for the palace stated that Queen Camilla will carry on with her public responsibilities.
On social media, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak wished Charles a "full and speedy recovery."
President Joe Biden informed the media that he "just tried to call" Charles.
"I have concerns regarding him," stated Biden. "I just heard his diagnosis, but I’ll be talking to him, God willing."
"Navigating a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship takes hope and absolute courage," wrote Biden on social media shortly after the diagnosis. Along with the people of the United Kingdom, Jill and I are wishing for His Majesty's quick and complete recovery."
On social media, Justin Trudeau, the prime minister of Canada, expressed his "thoughts and prayers" for Charles' quick and complete recovery.
On X (previously Twitter) , French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his best wishes to the King.
"Sending healing vibes to His Majesty King Charles III. We are thinking of the British people. Amitiés," penned he.
Kensington Palace reports that Kate, the Princess of Wales, the king's daughter-in-law, is recuperating following "planned abdominal surgery" on January 16.
The palace declared the surgery "successful." After spending almost two weeks in the hospital, 42-year-old Kate was released on January 29. Kate, the mother of their three small children and the wife of Prince William, the heir apparent to the throne and son of Charles, is currently recuperating at home.
After his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, passed away in September 2022, Charles, then 73 years old, ascended to the throne as the longest-reigning monarch in British history.
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