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King Charles III Addresses Importance Of Friendship In Maundy Message

Britain's King Charles III, Camilla, the Queen Consort and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, right, react as they watch a race at day two of the Royal Ascot horse racing meeting, at Ascot Racecourse in As

King Charles III recently gave a heartfelt message on Maundy Thursday, emphasizing the significance of acts of friendship in light of his and Princess Catherine's cancer diagnoses. The King's audio remarks were played at the annual Royal Maundy service at Worcester Cathedral in England, marking his first public comments since Princess Catherine disclosed her chemotherapy treatment.

Due to his ongoing cancer treatment, King Charles did not attend the service, with Queen Camilla representing him in handing out traditional Maundy gifts. This absence aligns with the King's decision to reduce public appearances while undergoing outpatient care.

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