King Charles is struggling to maintain composure amid growing pressure

For much of this year, a car—often the State Bentley—has regularly transported King Charles out of the gates of Clarence House, marking a historic moment as he receives cancer treatment with the public fully aware of his health struggles.

However, after eight months of this routine, a shocking development has emerged: the King has decided to temporarily stop his treatment.

This decision comes just as Charles and Queen Camilla prepare for an 11-day tour of Australia, set to commence this week. 

The very fact that the King is willing to pause his treatment, with his doctors' approval, highlights his commitment to maintaining the monarchy during these challenging times.                                                                                                  

Yet, new details suggest that he is grappling with significant challenges in this ongoing fight to keep the royal institution stable.

Last month, Kate, the Princess of Wales, shared a touching three-minute video on Instagram to announce the end of her chemotherapy treatment, offering a glimpse into her family life. 

This warmly lit, pastoral scene featured not only her three young children but also, unusually, her parents, Mike and Carole Middleton. 

The video presented a picture-perfect tableau of a loving, close-knit family, complete with big smiles and an easy rapport.

However, what stood out as much as the Middletons' inclusion was the conspicuous absence of any reference to Prince William's father, King Charles, or the wider royal family. 

According to a report by The Daily Beast's Tom Sykes, the video "wasn't signed off by the king," raising eyebrows about the dynamics within the royal family.

This striking contrast has sparked speculation about whether the King’s grip on the monarchy is slipping, as the Waleses showcase a seemingly independent family unit that appears to prioritize their own narrative over royal protocol.