King Charles III diagnosed with cancer, royal commentator tells NDTV

Veteran royal commentator Ian Pelham Turner shares exclusive insight with NDTV.

New Delhi:

Britain’s King Charles III is undergoing treatment for cancer, sparking an outpouring of support from well-wishers around the world. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022, the monarch ascended to the British throne at the age of 73.

Prince William, 41, the king’s eldest son and heir to the throne, returned to royal duties this week after taking a break while his wife, Kate, underwent abdominal surgery. Prince Harry, who gave up his royal titles and moved to the United States with his wife Meghan Markle in 2020, was on his way to London after learning of his father’s illness.

Veteran royal commentator Ian Pelham Turner shares exclusive insight with NDTV into how the royal family is currently operating.

“It is said that he is still able to read the red box, the official box issued to him by the government department. It is believed that he hopes that he will be able to return to the public view soon,” Mr Turner told New Delhi TV.

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“Essentially what will happen now is that Queen Camilla and other members of the royal family will start attending some of the events arranged for the king. The king will also meet with the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak every Wednesday.” Queen Camilla has already taken on the responsibility Some of the royal duties that a king normally faces,” he added.

Last month, King Charles was praised for his candor when discussing prostate disease, prompting greater public awareness of similar health issues.

Leaders from various countries have expressed their best wishes for a speedy recovery for the 75-year-old king. Prime Minister Sunak, French President Emmanuel Macron, US President Joe Biden, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and former US President Donald Trump were among many voices to address King Charles and the British people. Message of solidarity.

Addressing speculation about the line of succession, Mr Turner said: “The King has no plans to give up his throne in any way, shape or form.”

In London, citizens expressed shock and sympathy at the news, acknowledging the significance a cancer diagnosis would have for anyone, even one as illustrious as King Charles.