King Charles is a man of the people. The monarch announced he was battling cancer back in February, but deliberately decided not to disclose which type he had been diagnosed with. On Friday, The Times cited a source from Buckingham Palace who claimed that choice was grounded in empathy.

King Charles III reportedly plans to resume full royal duties in 2025, including major UK and international visits .

King Charles’ decision to not disclose the specific type of cancer he was diagnosed with earlier this year was a ‘conscious choice,’ according to ‘The Times,’ as the King wanted to reach the widest number of people who are experiencing the disease,