London, UK – The recent false reports circulating in Russian media about the death of King Charles III have prompted Buckingham Palace to issue a statement denying the claim. The palace refuted the reports, which were based on a dubious “announcement” featuring the seal of the British monarch’s official residence in London.
The statement, dated March 18, falsely stated, “The King passed away unexpectedly yesterday afternoon,” causing widespread speculation. However, the palace swiftly responded to the rumors, confirming that the King is alive and well, continuing with both official and private engagements.
The 75-year-old British monarch has been undergoing cancer treatment since late January. Despite concerns about his health, King Charles III remains dedicated to fulfilling his duties and maintaining his public appearances.
In the midst of these rumors, attention has also turned to his daughter-in-law, Kate Middleton, who recently underwent abdominal surgery. Speculations about her health have intensified, especially after a seemingly unverified outing with her husband, Prince William, to a local farm stand.
The royal couple’s public appearance came after Kate faced criticism for a poorly edited family photo, sparking global scrutiny. As the scrutiny continues, conspiracy theories about Kate and the royal family at large have proliferated.
Russian mainstream news outlets and popular pro-Kremlin Telegram channels were quick to jump on the false reports of King Charles’ death. Despite the initial spread of misinformation, all outlets later issued corrections to rectify the error.
As the King focuses on his health and ongoing cancer treatment, he remains committed to his duties, recently holding a meeting with the Commonwealth secretary general and delivering a video address for Commonwealth Day. Plans for his birthday celebrations and future engagements suggest that King Charles III is still actively carrying out his royal responsibilities.