Prince Harry rushing to UK to visit King Charles after cancer diagnosis

Prince Harry will travel to the UK in the coming days after learning of his father’s cancer diagnosis.

King Charles personally called Prince Harry to share his cancer diagnosis, which was announced today by Buckingham Palace.

The King, 75, has been diagnosed with an undisclosed cancer and will be undergoing treatment.

A source close to Prince Harry said: ‘The duke did speak with his father about his diagnosis. He will be traveling to UK to see His Majesty in the coming days.’

The cancer is not thought to be prostate cancer.

Charles reportedly spoke to all of his siblings and children to share the news of his diagnosis.

Buckingham Palace said in the announcement: ‘The King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun a schedule of regular treatments, and while he has postponed public duties he “remains wholly positive about his treatment.”

‘His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties.

‘Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.

‘The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure.

‘His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.’

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