England's Buckingham Palace was sent into a frenzy after Russian media released an announcement that King Charles III was dead, which has been confirmed to be false news.
The statement was dated March 18, 2024, and featured the seal of the British monarch’s official London residence. It read, “The following announcement is made by royal communications. The King passed away unexpectedly yesterday afternoon.” Upon hearing the news, the palace immediately issued a statement to the Russian state-run TASS news agency denying the report.
“We are happy to confirm that The King is continuing with official and private business,” it read. The fake report stated that he had passed away from cancer complications.
The 75-year-old monarch's cancer diagnosis was announced in February 2024. "The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure. He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible," a statement read. It also added that he had "chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer."
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He also released a personal statement saying, “I would like to express my most heartfelt thanks for the many messages of support and good wishes I have received in recent days. As all those who have been affected by cancer will know, such kind thoughts are the greatest comfort and encouragement.”
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