Kate Middleton cancer – latest: Sympathy from around the world after Princess announces cancer diagnosis

Messages of support have come in from around world for
the Princess of Wales
after she announced she had been diagnosed with cancer and was in the early stages of “preventative chemotherapy”.

In a video message released on Friday
, Kate said she
underwent major
abdominal surgery on January 14 for a condition that was believed to be non-cancerous but subsequent tests revealed cancer had been present.

In the
heartfelt message
, the princess, 42, revealed the diagnosis had come as a “huge shock” and she and Prince William had been doing everything to process it privately for the sake of their young family.

She added: “I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits.

“Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too. As is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both.”

Among those showing their support in the hours that followed the announcement were King Charles and Queen Camilla, Prince Harry and Meghan, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and US President Joe Biden.

The King and Queen said they would “continue to offer their love and support to the whole family through this difficult time”.

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