London, Feb 6: After spending more than seven decades waiting to become sovereign, Britain's King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer less than 18 months since he ascended to the throne.

Buckingham Palace on Monday announced that Charles, 75, would postpone public-facing duties while he undergoes treatment but was looking forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.

A statement from Buckingham Palace: https://t.co/zmYuaWBKw6

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— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) February 5, 2024

King Charles, 75, had spent three nights in the hospital last month after undergoing a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate when a separate issue of concern was noted. The palace said that tests had identified a form of cancer.

"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.

"His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties. Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished a speedy return to wellness to King Charles III on Tuesday after the latter’s cancer diagnosis. 

I join the people of India in wishing speedy recovery and good health to His Majesty King Charles III. https://t.co/86mKg9lE1q

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 6, 2024

In a post on social media site X, PM Modi wished the UK monarch a speedy recovery. “I join the people of India in wishing speedy recovery and good health to His Majesty King Charles III,” PM Modi said in a post on social media site X.

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