King Charles III returned to London from his country retreat on Tuesday for what was expected to be another round of treatment after he was diagnosed with cancer.
Charles, 75, and his wife, Queen Camilla, arrived by helicopter at Buckingham Palace from their Sandringham estate in Norfolk, eastern England.
The monarch greeted well-wishers as the couple were driven from the palace to the nearby Clarence House residence.
The monarch greeted well-wishers as the couple were driven from the palace to the nearby Clarence House residence.
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The royal house announced last week that the king had been diagnosed with cancer and that the monarch would suspend his public appearances, although he will continue with head of state duties such as signing documents.
The crown did not reveal what type of cancer he suffers from,
although it noted that it was not related to the recent treatment he received for a benign prostate problem.
Some
unconfirmed
versions speak of the king suffering from bladder cancer.
The king received his first round of cancer treatment last week.
On Sunday he attended church in Sandringham and thanked the public for the many messages of support he has received.
On Sunday, the king went to church at Sandringham.
Photo: Reuters
Camilla, who has continued with her public schedule, said last week that Carlos was “extremely well given the circumstances.”
Activities in London
According to the Mail Online, the King is believed to be holding face-to-face meetings in London this week despite his ongoing cancer treatment.
You will spend about
a day in the capital,
as your trip will likely coincide with your medical appointments.
Charles was pictured walking to church in Sandringham with Camilla on Sunday, the first time he was seen in public since beginning his regular treatments.
Charles was pictured walking to church in Sandringham with Camilla on Sunday.
Photo: Reuters
On Saturday he broke his silence for the first time when he sent
his sincere thanks
for the messages of support and said he was "heartened" to know his experience is inspiring others across the country to get checked.
The letter, signed by Charles R, said: "I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the many messages of support and well wishes I have received over the past few days.
"As all those who have been affected by cancer will know, those kind thoughts are the greatest comfort and encouragement.
“It is equally encouraging to hear how sharing my own diagnosis has helped to promote public understanding and shed light on the work of all those organizations supporting cancer patients and their families across the UK and around the world.
The king greets after attending mass.
Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS / AFP
"My lifelong admiration for your tireless care and dedication is even greater as a result of my own personal experience," he concluded.
Charles announced last week that he would postpone all public duties while he undergoes treatment for an unspecified cancer, discovered by doctors while receiving treatment for his benign enlarged prostate.
But the King is well enough to hold a limited number of face-to-face meetings, sources say.
Queen Camilla has been carrying out her royal diary of engagements and last week said her husband was doing "extremely well given the circumstances".
With information from AP and Mail Online