King Charles was diagnosed with a form of cancer and is undergoing treatment, Buckingham Palace announced
Despite Prince Harry traveling to the U.K. following the news of his father’s cancer diagnosis, there are no plans for him to reunite with his brother Prince William.
“William is not meeting with Harry, although Harry would like to meet,” royal expert Hilary Fordwich shared with Fox News Digital.
Buckingham Palace announced on Monday that King Charles III has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and is undergoing treatment.
“In a statement, Buckingham Palace revealed that during The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted,” the statement read. “Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.”
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Shortly after King Charles went public with his cancer diagnosis, his estranged son Prince Harry arrived to be by his side in the United Kingdom.
A source in the United Kingdom informed Fox News Digital that Prince Harry had arrived on Tuesday and was seen entering Clarence House, the London residence of the King.
A car believed to be transporting the Prince was spotted at Heathrow Airport.
Prince Harry’s visit led royal experts to believe that his trip to the U.K. could thaw the icy situation within the royal family.
“The fact that Prince Harry is returning to the U.K. in the coming days to see his father is also reassuring, and possibly this could be an opportunity for them to reconcile after several very difficult and frosty years,” British broadcaster and commentator Jonathan Sacerdoti told Fox News Digital.
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, stepped down from senior royal responsibilities and moved to California in 2020, almost two years after their wedding at Windsor Castle.
On Monday, a source informed Fox News Digital that Harry had prior communication with his father before the news of his illness became public, stating, “The Duke did speak with his father about his diagnosis.”
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Although no olive branches have been extended yet amid the ongoing rift between Prince William and Prince Harry, other royal experts believe the visit raises hopes for the family to mend fences.
“Breaking news of King Charles diagnosed with cancer has sent shock waves across Britain and the world,” royal expert Ian Pelham Turner previously shared with Fox News Digital.
“This could be a blessing in disguise for the Royal family in one way, as it has been announced that after Prince Harry had been informed, he immediately made plans to fly to the U.K. over the next few days to visit his father,” Turner said ahead of Harry’s visit.
Meanwhile, Prince William will have to step up his royal duties, royal expert Hilary Fordwich shared with Fox News Digital.
“The pressure is intense for him, but he is a calm, stalwart, solid soul and can handle it,” Fordwich explained.
“William is stepping up duties. He was already scheduled to be back on Wednesday.”
Another royal expert shared that the Prince of Wales’ “responsibilities will only grow” during this time in the palace.
“While the king undergoes medical treatment, Prince William will likely have to take on more responsibilities, especially as Princess Catherine herself recuperates from health issues,” Sacerdoti informed Fox News Digital.
The news of King Charles’ condition coincides with Princess Catherine, Kate Middleton, recovering from planned abdominal surgery for an undisclosed ailment. The Princess of Wales is expected to resume her royal duties after Easter in late March.
In addition to his youngest son, Prince William, the monarch reportedly informed his siblings—Prince Andrew, Princess Anne, and Prince Edward—about his diagnosis before it was publicly revealed, according to People Magazine.
“Upon medical advice, King Charles has been urged to defer public engagements as he undergoes a regimen of regular treatments,” a palace statement conveyed. The specific cancer diagnosis His Majesty received remains undisclosed.
“During this time, His Majesty will maintain his commitment to State affairs and official administrative duties,” the statement affirmed.
“The King expresses gratitude to his medical team for their prompt intervention, facilitated by his recent hospital procedure. He maintains a positive outlook on his treatment and anticipates resuming his full public duties at the earliest opportunity.”