For over a year, the monarch has been battling cancer. It is reported that Charles III intends to retire and pass the throne to his son.
The British press is once again discussing possible changes in the royal family. According to reports from foreign media, including The Royal Observer, Charles III plans to abdicate the throne and transfer his royal powers to his eldest son, Prince William, within the next 12 months.
British journalist Rob Shooter, familiar with the sentiments at Buckingham Palace, stated that the topic of a possible transfer of power has been discussed among the royal family's close associates for some time. According to him, the heir to the throne is increasingly performing the functions of the head of state – participating in diplomatic visits and taking part in key family decisions.
Sources note that in such a scenario, the process should be carried out as smoothly as possible and solely at the initiative of the monarch himself. This is important to avoid the impression that the king was forced to abdicate.
One of the reasons for the discussions is said to be the health condition of Charles III. It was previously reported that the British monarch is undergoing treatment for cancer. According to former court officials, an additional factor of tension remains the protracted scandal surrounding his younger brother, Prince Andrew.
So far, there have been no official statements from Buckingham Palace regarding a possible transfer of the throne.
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