King Charles hospitalized: London, UK — King Charles III was briefly hospitalized Thursday after cancer treatment side effects, Buckingham Palace confirmed. Despite this setback, the 76-year-old monarch is back at Clarence House and remains committed to his royal duties.
King Charles’ Condition and Hospital Visit
The palace described the incident as a minor setback in the King’s treatment journey. After a short stay at the London Clinic, King Charles returned home and resumed working on state papers while making calls from his study.
A Buckingham Palace spokesperson stated that while the King is “greatly disappointed” to cancel his Birmingham visit, he remains optimistic and looks forward to rescheduling the engagements soon.
Cancelled Engagements
- King Charles had planned to attend four public events in Birmingham on Friday.
- Meetings with three ambassadors were also postponed.
- Despite these cancellations, Buckingham Palace reassured the public about the King’s progress.
Support and Reactions
Following the announcement, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer extended his best wishes, expressing hopes for the King’s swift recovery.
Queen Camilla, meanwhile, attended a reception in Wembley, London and was not present during the King’s hospital visit.
Ongoing Cancer Treatment
While the palace has not disclosed the specific type of cancer King Charles is facing, his recent engagements showed no signs of reduced activity. After resuming public duties last April, he attended several events, including the Commonwealth Day service.
The King has also played an active role in global diplomacy, recently hosting world leaders, including President Donald Trump and Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney.
What Will Happen to King Charles Next?
- Next week, the King is anticipated to return to his regular schedule.
- Minor changes will be made to his April state visit to Italy.
- King Charles is committed to carrying out his royal duties in spite of his health issues.
Source: BBC
