Reports from foreign sources indicate that detailed plans are already in place for the funeral of King Charles, a relatively swift and somber preparation given his relatively short 18-month reign. Referred to as Operation Menai Bridge, this meticulous plan is reminiscent of the funeral arrangements made for his late mother, Queen Elizabeth, under the name Operation London Bridge.
According to these reports, Operation Menai Bridge is set to commence with the solemn procession of King Charles’ body from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall. The funeral itself is slated to occur nine days following his passing, a schedule that suggests a sense of urgency behind the preparations. Sources, preferring anonymity, disclosed to In Touch that the pace of these arrangements was hastened after the monarch’s cancer diagnosis, emphasizing the paramount importance of swift action in such circumstances. Although funeral planning is customary among British royals, the expeditious nature of King Charles’ arrangements underscores the seriousness of his health condition.
Speculation surrounding the king’s health gained traction in recent weeks, fueled by rumors circulating in certain tabloids alleging that his condition was graver than publicly acknowledged. However, official commentary from the palace regarding these claims has been notably absent, maintaining a veil of silence over the monarch’s medical status.
The situation took an unexpected turn when various Russian news outlets, along with affiliated social media channels, prematurely announced the king’s demise at the age of 75 due to complications from cancer, citing undisclosed “media” sources. These reports were swiftly disseminated, with some even circulating fabricated statements purportedly from Buckingham Palace announcing the “unexpected death” of King Charles. The premature news prompted a swift response from the British Embassy in Kiev, which refuted the false claims and emphasized their inaccuracy.
As the world awaits further developments, the saga surrounding King Charles III’s health serves as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between public disclosure and maintaining the dignity and privacy of the royal family during times of uncertainty.