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King Charles New Message Hints at Health Woes


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King Charles III will stress the benefit of "those who extend the hand of friendship to us, especially in a time of need," in a nod to his own and Kate Middleton's cancer diagnoses.

The monarch, 75, began treatment in early February and has been continuing with a paired back workload ever since.

Meanwhile, the Princess of Wales had abdominal surgery on January 16 and further investigation revealed cancer had been present.

King Charles and Kate Middleton at Easter
King Charles III is seen alongside Kate Middleton in a composite image taken from his appearance at the Royal Maundy Service in 2023 and her appearance at the Easter Sunday church service the same year.... Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images

She has been off work but endured a global social media frenzy around her absence from public life before she announced her diagnosis to the world on March 22.

The king will implicitly reference their experiences in a pre-recorded message due to be played at a Royal Maundy service that he cannot attend in person, at Worcester Cathedral, on Thursday.

In particular, he will say "we need and benefit greatly from those who extend the hand of friendship to us, especially in a time of need."

And there will also be some advice he may hope the conspiracy theorists targeting Kate take on board as he states how Jesus created an "example of how we should serve and care for each other."

Charles will also give a hint of his determination to get back to health so he can resume the full remit of his job as king when he renews his coronation pledge "not to be served but to serve."

The king will attend the royal family's walk to church on Sunday with Queen Camilla in a positive sign for his health.

Buckingham Palace said earlier this week: "Their Majesties The King and Queen, accompanied by other Members of the Royal Family, will attend the Easter Mattins Service at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle on Easter Sunday."

However, Kate will not be there despite previous suggestions she would be back at work after Easter.

When the princess revealed her abdominal surgery had led to a cancer diagnosis, she gave a strong hint that it may be a while before she returns to public duties.

Kate's Cancer Announcement in Full

The princess said in a video message: "I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you, personally, for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding whilst I have been recovering from surgery.

"It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family, but I've had a fantastic medical team who have taken great care of me, for which I am so grateful.

"In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London and at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous.

"The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I am now in the early stages of that treatment.

"This of course came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family.

"As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment. But, most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be ok.

"As I have said to them; I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits.

"Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too. As is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both.

"We hope that you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I am able, but for now I must focus on making a full recovery.

"At this time, I am also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone."

Jack Royston is Newsweek's chief royal correspondent based in London. You can find him on X, formerly Twitter, at @jack_royston and read his stories on Newsweek's The Royals Facebook page.

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