Prince William Calls for End to Gaza Conflict Due to High Casualties

Although it’s uncommon for members of the royal family to make political statements, the 41-year-old heir to the throne is set to engage in various activities on Tuesday to acknowledge the human suffering caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

In addition to calling for an end to the fighting, Prince William’s office has mentioned his intention to highlight the increasing global issue of antisemitism.

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Prince Charles, who made an official visit to Israel and the occupied Palestinian Territories in 2018, is scheduled to attend a synagogue next week. There, he will listen to young people actively involved in combating hatred and antisemitism as part of his engagement schedule.

The conflict in Gaza began in October last year when Hamas fighters entered southern Israel, resulting in the death of 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and the seizure of 253 hostages. King Charles, William’s father, referred to these actions as “barbaric acts of terrorism.”

Since then, the Israeli military response has led to the loss of over 29,000 Palestinian lives, as reported by Palestinian health authorities.

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King Charles III Undergoing Cancer Treatment: UK News

The palace did not disclose the specific type of cancer affecting the king but clarified that it is unrelated to his recent treatment for a benign prostate condition. During his treatment for an enlarged prostate last month, a separate concern was identified, leading to the cancer diagnosis. The palace stated that Charles has initiated a schedule of regular treatments and will postpone public-facing duties while undergoing treatment, continuing with state business and official paperwork.

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The king is being treated as an outpatient, and despite the diagnosis, he remains positive about the treatment, looking forward to resuming full public duties as soon as possible. The decision to share the diagnosis was made to prevent speculation and to aid public understanding of the challenges faced by those dealing with cancer worldwide.

Charles became king in September 2022 following the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who had reigned for 70 years.

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The announcement about King Charles’s health comes amid other developments in the royal family, including Princess Kate’s recovery from abdominal surgery, leading her to take a temporary break from royal duties. Prince William, the heir to the throne, has also taken time off to support his wife and attend to their children.

Charles had initially planned for a streamlined monarchy with fewer senior royals carrying out ceremonial duties. However, with both Charles and Kate currently unavailable and other members facing various challenges, the royal family is facing potential strain.

Charles personally informed his family, including Prince William and Prince Harry, about his health. Prince Harry, who resides in California, is expected to travel to the UK in the coming days to see his father.

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Political leaders, including UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and US President Joe Biden, expressed their support and wished the king a full and speedy recovery. Biden noted that he hopes to speak with Charles soon and posted a message on social media, emphasizing the courage required to navigate a cancer diagnosis.

King Charles III’s openness about his health contrasts with historical royal traditions of keeping such matters private. The public disclosure of his prostate condition and now the cancer diagnosis reflects a departure from centuries of royal secrecy surrounding health issues.

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