King seen for first time after short hospital visit

King Charles has been seen in public for the first time since his brief hospital visit. He went to the hospital because he experienced some temporary side effects from his ongoing cancer treatment. Due to medical advice, he had to cancel a trip to Birmingham that was scheduled for Friday. Buckingham Palace confirmed this information. The King, who is 76 years old, left his residence at Clarence House on Friday morning and plans to spend the weekend privately at his estate in Highgrove, located in Gloucestershire. His cancer diagnosis was announced in February of last year, but the Palace has not disclosed the specific type of cancer he has. They also did not provide details about the recent side effects he experienced. The Palace mentioned that the King was supposed to participate in four public engagements in Birmingham, and he is greatly disappointed to miss them. He hopes that these events can be rescheduled in the future and has expressed his sincere apologies to everyone who worked hard to make the planned visit possible. Additionally, meetings with three ambassadors were also affected by this health issue. A source from the Palace described the recent health development as a 'most minor bump in a road that is very much heading in the right direction. ' The King was taken to the London Clinic hospital in central London by car, and Queen Camilla did not accompany him during this brief hospital stay. On Thursday evening, he was reported to be 'feeling good,' completed some work, and shared dinner with the Queen at Clarence House. As he left his London residence on Friday morning, he waved at the crowds that had gathered nearby while driving away in a black car. The Palace stated that the King's schedule of public duties, which resumed last April after a period of treatment and recuperation following his diagnosis, is expected to continue next week. Although his cancer treatment is ongoing, the King has maintained a regular presence in public, including international appearances. In recent weeks, he has taken on a more visible role in global diplomacy. He invited US President Donald Trump for a second state visit to the UK and met with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky at his Norfolk residence, Sandringham. He also welcomed Mark Carney, the new Prime Minister of Canada, to Buckingham Palace. Last week, the King visited Northern Ireland and attended the Commonwealth Day service, which he missed last year due to his diagnosis. Earlier this month, he launched a new initiative. He is also scheduled to participate in a state visit to Italy in April. A previously planned meeting with Pope Francis has been postponed. The details of the King's cancer and the type of treatment he is receiving remain private. The diagnosis was made public last year after he was treated for benign prostate enlargement, as stated by the Palace when his illness was first announced. The King chose to share this information to prevent speculation and to assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.