Buckingham Palace confirmed in an unusual public statement that King Charles III canceled the planned royal engagements this week after facing temporary side effects from cancer treatment. On Thursday morning, 76 -year -old King returned to the Clerks House after a short, precautionary visit to the hospital.

The king had to host this afternoon diplomatic meetings and launch a day -long engagement in Birmingham on Friday, but both were postponed to medical advice. In a statement, the palace said that their greatness “experiences a temporary side effect, which requires a short period of observation at the hospital.”

A spokesman for the palace added that Charles Miss was “very disappointed” with Miss Friday’s visit and apologized to the preparators for the occasion. It is expected that the king will continue to work from the house, he will manage state papers and calls from his London residence.

Sources familiar with the matter said that such incidents were expected during their treatment and this development has been described as a “slight collision in the road”. Hello! It is reported that the king’s recovery is on track and this incident does not reflect any serious deterioration in his condition.

Despite the short shock, the king and Queen Camla are still expected to move forward with the state visit to Italy next month. However, because of Pontaf’s own health issues, the king will no longer meet Pope Francis while traveling.

88 -year -old Pope Francis was recently discharged from Rome’s Gameli Hospital after the treatment of pneumonia and bronchitis. Doctors have advised him to rest at least two months in the Vatican, which he changes his public schedule.

The palace has not revealed that cancer is being treated with the king. Since announcing his diagnosis in early 2024, Charles has continued to participate in public programs, showing no signs of withdrawal from his duties.