King Charles III's ongoing battle with an undisclosed type of cancer has sparked concerns about his health, with reports indicating that his funeral plans are being reviewed amid the monarch's challenging health condition, Page Six reported.
King Charles III's health is a source of concern among his friends and within the palace as he confronts an undisclosed form of cancer.
A friend of the monarch revealed, "He is determined to beat it, and they are throwing everything at it. Everyone is staying optimistic, but he is really very unwell, more than they are letting on," Page Six noted, citing other media reports.
Royal commentator Tina Brown also highlighted the gravity of Charles' health struggles, suggesting that his illness has pressured Prince William and Kate Middleton, who may be thrust into leadership roles sooner than expected.
It has further been reported that the king's funeral plans, known as "Operation Menai Bridge," are under review. A document evaluating the successes and shortcomings of Queen Elizabeth's funeral in September 2022 is reportedly circulating, aiming to refine future royal funeral arrangements.
While sources emphasize that such plans are routinely reviewed, a former staffer noted that Charles' health challenges have added urgency to the process.
"The plans have been dusted off and are actively being kept up to date... But the circulation of them has certainly focused minds."
Buckingham Palace disclosed in February that the king, aged 75, had cancer discovered during surgery for a benign prostate enlargement. He is undergoing "regular treatment" and has been advised to "postpone" public appearances, though he expressed gratitude for well-wishes in a statement released shortly after the announcement.
Charles made his first public appearance two months later, at Easter services, and attended Sunday services recently, coinciding with what would have been his mother's 98th birthday. He ascended the throne following her death, with his coronation last May.