Prince Harry arrives in the UK for King Charles amid battle with cancer

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by Leah Bitsky

Prince Harry flew to the UK to be by his father, King Charles III, after he was diagnosed with cancer.

On Monday, the Duke of Sussex was seen arriving at a private terminal at Los Angeles International Airport in a black Range Rover, accompanied by a security team.

Prince Harry, who was traveling with his wife Meghan Markle, landed at London's Heathrow Airport on Tuesday and made a “impromptu visit” to Clarence House to meet Charles in the afternoon, Page Six reported. ing.

It was exclusively reported earlier on Monday that the rebel royal, 39, was planning to visit his father, 75, after Buckingham Palace announced Prince Charles was battling cancer.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's team further confirmed that Prince Harry has already spoken to the monarch following his diagnosis, and revealed that the Suits alum, 42, will remain at home in Montecito, California, with their two children. Ta. 4th place, Princess Lilibet 2nd place.

Charles' cancer, which has not been identified, was discovered during successful prostate surgery.

“Additional concerns were noted during the King's recent hospitalization for an enlarged prostate,” the palace said in a statement on Monday. “Subsequent diagnostic tests identified a type of cancer.

“His Majesty today began his regular treatment schedule, during which time doctors have advised him to postpone official duties.

“During this period, His Majesty will continue to carry out his state and official duties as normal,” the palace added.

Prince Charles ascended the throne in September 2022 following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, aged 96.

Prince Harry's older brother Prince William is next in line to the British throne.

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Prince Harry and Prince William attended Prince Charles' coronation in May 2023, but it appears that tensions were high and the brothers did not interact with each other.

Prince Harry and Markle stepped down from royal duties in 2020 and moved to California, after which they fell out with their father and the Prince of Wales, 41.

Since then, the Sussexes have openly discussed their criticisms of the monarchy and their family, causing a rift between their relatives.

Prince Harry and Prince Charles reportedly remain in touch despite their differences in status, but it's unclear whether the red-haired royal has returned to Prince William's favor following his father's diagnosis.