A member of the royal family recently provided an update on the king’s health, revealing that despite undergoing cancer treatment, he is eager to resume his duties.
Princess Anne and Mark Philip’s eldest son, Peter, aged 46, who is the first grandchild of Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth II, spoke about his uncle’s condition during an appearance on Sunday’s Royal Report by Sky News Australia.
Peter, who holds the 18th position in the line of succession to the throne, shared insights into the king’s current state, assuring interviewer Caroline DiRusso that while he may be frustrated, he remains in good spirits.
During the interview, Peter expressed, “‘I believe, in the end, he’s extremely irritated.’
He went on to elaborate that the king is feeling frustrated that he is unable to fully engage in his responsibilities.
However, Peter also highlighted the monarch’s pragmatic approach, stating, “‘The necessity for him to take some time out for himself is something he is aware of.’
Despite his own challenges, the king continues to motivate his staff, patients, and medical professionals by encouraging them to assess their capabilities and question, ‘Can I do this?
Am I able to complete the task?’
A statement released by Buckingham Palace on February 5 confirmed the king’s diagnosis with an unspecified form of cancer.