King Charles III has been diagnosed with "a form of cancer" and has "commenced a schedule of regular treatments", Buckingham Palace announced on Monday.
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00:00 The UK's King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun treatment.
00:07 Less than 18 months into his reign, the 75-year-old monarch will suspend his public duties,
00:13 but will continue as head of state and carry on with his constitutional roles.
00:17 The palace didn't say what form of cancer the king has,
00:20 but confirmed that it's not related to his recent treatment for a benign prostate condition.
00:25 It added that the king was remaining positive and chose to share his diagnosis to help with public understanding
00:32 and for all those around the world affected by cancer.
00:35 Charles became king in September 2022 when his mother Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96.
00:42 His son Prince Harry will travel to the UK from California in the coming days to see him.
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