Concerns over king Charles's health reignite abdication talks
The health of King Charles III is so precarious that scenarios involving his abdication or passing are already being prepared. A British tabloid reports on how Prince William and Duchess Kate are addressing these daunting possibilities.
7:31 AM EDT, October 26, 2024
King Charles III has resumed his duties after a few months' break. He is traveling not only across the United Kingdom but is reportedly experiencing diminishing energy levels. Some time ago, the Radar Online portal reported that he is not sharing all the information he receives from his doctors. It remains unclear what type of cancer he is dealing with.
Rumors about the deteriorating health of the 75-year-old are becoming a more frequent topic in the British press. Many are wondering if the king's abdication is a realistic possibility. Sources from "In Touch" have sought to understand how Prince William and Kate Middleton are viewing the potential succession to 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.
Tabloid sources assure that the monarch's son hopes he will " go on as long as he physically wants to." However, fulfilling his duties may become increasingly complex, and the king’s age, combined with the chemotherapy he is undergoing, does not help his situation.
The preparations for the death of Charles III
It is no secret that British services are prepared for the king's death—much like they did in the case of Elizabeth II. Operation "Menai Bridge" is being developed for this purpose. It includes detailed actions that will be taken upon his passing.
These preparations cover not only the organizational aspects of the funeral ceremony but also matters of order, church, and media. The procedure's name derives from the bridge connecting the country with the island of Anglesey, where 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.
