King Charles's health crisis spurs throne succession talks
The health situation of King Charles III is so complicated that scenarios in which he abdicates, or dies are already being prepared. A British tabloid reports how Prince William and Duchess Kate are approaching these challenging possibilities.
King Charles III has returned to his duties after a few months' break. He travels not only across the United Kingdom but is finding himself with less and less energy. Some time ago, the Radar Online portal reported that the royal is not disclosing all the information he receives from doctors. It is still unclear what type of cancer he is suffering from.
Rumours about the deteriorating health of the 75-year-old are becoming more frequent in the UK press. Many subjects wonder if the king's abdication is realistic. Informants from "In Touch" have tried to understand how Prince William and Kate Middleton view the potential inheritance of the throne.
It's not a subject that people really talk about very openly, but everyone is aware that Charles' health is failing. The last thing Kate and William want to do is to put a case forward for Charles to abdicate, — describes the source.
Sources in the tabloid assure that the monarch's son hopes that he will "go on as long as he physically wants to." Fulfilling duties, however, may become increasingly difficult, and the king's advanced age (and the chemotherapy he is undergoing) does not put him in a favourable position.
The services are prepared for the death of Charles III
It is no secret that the British services — similar to the case of Elizabeth II — are prepared for the king's death. For this purpose, Operation "Menai Bridge" is being developed. It includes detailed actions that will be carried out upon his passing.
The plan covers not only the organizational aspects of the funeral ceremony but also order, church, and media matters. The procedure's name comes from the bridge connecting the country with the island of Anglesey, a place with which Charles III has many memories. The elder of the Windsor family has been reigning over the United Kingdom since September 2022, having been crowned eight months later.
