the king Charles III75 years old, suffering from cancer During his prostate surgery About ten days ago and started treatment, Without planning to stop all its activitiesBuckingham Palace made the announcement on Monday. “During a recent procedure for benign prostatic enlargement, a different problem was noted” And “Subsequent tests identified a form of cancer“, explains Mahal in a press release, Without giving further details, But when that sovereign specifies “Will continue to look after the affairs of the state”.
“regular treatment”
King Aam “Started a regular treatment program today, during which doctors advised him to postpone his public activities”, Refers to a press release. Nine months after his coronation, the 75-year-old sovereign has no plans to completely stop his activities as head of the United Kingdom, but 14 other countries. It will continue “To conduct the affairs and administrative functions of the State as usual”. According to Buckingham Palace, the King “Remains very optimistic about his treatment and looks forward to returning to public office as soon as possible”At a time when Princess Kate, wife of heir to the throne William, is also recovering from an operation.
Like his operation for a benign prostate problem, about which he was transparent, Charles III “Choose to share his diagnosis in hopes of avoiding speculation and helping to understand people affected by cancer around the world”It is indicated.
The announcement of his prostate problem contrasted with the secrecy surrounding Queen Elizabeth II’s health in previous years. He died on September 8, 2022 at the age of 96At the end of a record reign of 70 years.
Prince Harry will visit the United Kingdom
In exile in the United States and at odds with the royal family, Prince Harry, the youngest son of King Charles III, has announced that he will visit his father in the United Kingdom in the coming days. who moved to California with his wife Meghan and their two children, will return to British soil despite notorious tensions with his father and older brother William.
According to the British media, he will come alone, like at a coronation. Harry, 39, and his wife Meghan, 42, stepped down from their royal duties in early 2020 due to conflicts and tensions, including accusations of racism and media pressure.
Emmanuel Macron wishes the king a “speedy recovery”.
On Monday evening, Emmanuel Macron sent his friendship to “King” Charles III, wishing him a “speedy recovery” in a message published on X.Our thoughts are with the British people” he added, adding to the wishes for recovery that poured in in the hours following the announcement.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak immediately greeted “A speedy recovery” to the king, adding: “I have no doubt that he will quickly regain all his strength and I know that the whole country sends him its best wishes.” Labor opposition leader Keir Starmer and the Prime Minister for Scottish Independence are also among the politicians who have sent their best wishes for recovery.
US President Joe Biden said that “was worried” For King Charles III, suggests during a brief exchange with the press. Former President Donald Trump, the favorite for the Republican nomination, announced on his social network Truth Social that Raja is the king “A wonderful man“, and suggested: “We pray for a speedy and full recovery.”
“British public opinion in shock”
This Tuesday morning, the shocking ad is on the front page of all British newspapers. “I have cancer“For the Sun,”King’s cancer shock“For a mirror or more simply”The king has cancer“For The Telegraph.
“The shock is immense”, This Monday reacted to franceinfo Isabel Riviere, journalist, expert on the British monarchy who confirmed it “British public opinion in shock.” “This is a family going through a series of ordeals one after the other. It finally comes shortly after the disappearance of Queen Elizabeth II” she explained. This setback is as important as Charles III “A man who has a real healthy lifestyle. He’s never smoked (…) He’s a man who’s always been sporty, who continues to walk a lot even today.”
Isabel Riviere also welcomed the change in the royal family’s communication: “What is remarkable and completely unprecedented in the history of a ruling family is this desire for transparency displayed by King Charles III from the beginning of his health problems.” And especially during his prostate operation: “When he went through this process, he chose to explain everything, to say what he was suffering in order to encourage all the men of the kingdom to take the test, to follow his example.” A message that was overheard by the British, according to the reporter: “We saw, in the days following the publication of their press release, a very significant, very significant increase in the number of appointments made for prostate cancer screening across the Kingdom of Great Britain.”
