King Charles III was briefly hospitalized on Thursday after experiencing temporary side effects from his ongoing cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace confirmed.
The 76-year-old monarch underwent a short period of observation at the London Clinic before returning to Clarence House.
As a precautionary measure, he has canceled his planned visit to Birmingham on Friday to focus on his recovery.
A palace spokesperson described the situation as a “minor bump in the road” in the King’s treatment journey, emphasizing that his overall condition remains stable.
He is currently in good spirits, continuing to work on state matters from his London residence.
The King’s diagnosis was made public in February 2024, though the specific type of cancer remains undisclosed.
Despite undergoing weekly treatments, he resumed public engagements in April and has maintained a busy schedule, recently hosting dignitaries and attending events.
Charles’ upcoming state visit to Italy, scheduled for April 7-10, is still expected to proceed as planned. The tour will mark a historic moment as he becomes the first British monarch to address both houses of the Italian Parliament.
His latest hospital visit is not expected to alter his broader schedule significantly, and sources indicate that any necessary adjustments will be announced in due course.
The King remains committed to his royal duties, with medical experts closely monitoring his health to ensure a balanced workload during his recovery.