Is it time for Harry to return?
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Harry is rushing back to UK
PRINCE Harry’s immediate decision to fly back to be by his ailing father’s side after his cancer diagnosis could signal new hope for this very fractured family.
Ever since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex quit their royal roles in favour of a new life in the United States, an ever-deepening hole has emerged at the heart of the monarchy.
But now, as the King enters a period of uncertainty with his cancer diagnosis, it is clear new opportunities to wade through the wreckage may present themselves to all parties.
Sources close to the Duke of Sussex have repeatedly stressed to me Harry’s desire to repair relations and find common ground with those he has undoubtedly caused suffering to.
Meanwhile, those close to the King have, despite the troubles of the past four years, consistently declared Charles’s equal and unending love for both his sons. Furthermore, we only have to look at the King’s decision to personally call both his sons to tell them of his diagnosis to realise there is room for counsel on both sides.
added: “I have no doubt he’ll be back to full strength in no time and I know the whole country will be wishing him well.”
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said: “I wish His Majesty all the very best for his recovery. We look forward to seeing him back to swift full health.”
US President Joe Biden told reporters he plans to contact the King. He added: “I’m concerned about him. Just heard about his diagnosis.
I’ll be talking to him, God willing.” Buckingham Palace did not identify the cancer Charles has, although it is not prostate, and gave no sign of when he would return to royal duties.
A source said: “Regrettably, a number of the King’s forthcoming public engagements will have to be rearranged or postponed.
“His Majesty would like to apologise to all those who may be disappointed or inconvenienced as a consequence.”
It is understood the King and Queen’s week-long tour to Canada in May would be under review according to the monarch’s progress with treatment.
But sources said Charles would continue his weekly audiences with the PM throughout his care and will receive government Red
Prince William
Boxes and process State Documents as usual. The Palace revealed the King’s diagnosis at 6pm.
It said: “During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.