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Kate Middleton Prioritizes Family Amid Royal Concerns
In a heartfelt decision, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, chose to stay with her children rather than rush to Queen Elizabeth II's side during a critical moment.
While her husband, Prince William, made his way to Balmoral, Scotland, to visit the ailing monarch, Kate remained in Windsor, focusing on their three little ones: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
The timing of this family-first approach coincided with the children's first official day at their new school, Lambrook School, after a preview day that had them looking adorable in matching uniforms.
The royal siblings, who previously attended Thomas's Battersea in London, were all smiles as they held their parents' hands on this significant day.
With the kids off to school, Prince William took the opportunity to travel alone to Balmoral, where he joined other family members gathering for the Queen.
His father, Prince Charles, arrived by helicopter with Camilla Parker Bowles, while Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made adjustments to their schedule, canceling a planned engagement to be with the family during this trying time.
As news of the Queen's deteriorating health spread, Buckingham Palace issued a statement confirming the concerns of her doctors.
The 96-year-old monarch is now under medical supervision, and a spokesperson reassured the public that she was comfortable despite the circumstances.
Prime Minister Liz Truss expressed the nation's sentiments, stating that her thoughts and those of the entire United Kingdom are with the Queen.
She shared her concern on Twitter, reflecting the deep worry felt by many across the country regarding the Queen's health.
This somber moment comes almost a year and a half after the nation mourned the passing of Prince Philip, the Queen's husband of 73 years, who died at the age of 99.
Since then, the Queen has faced a series of health challenges, including mobility issues and discomfort, which have raised alarms about her well-being.
In October 2021, the Queen was briefly hospitalized, and just weeks later, she was seen using a cane, signaling a shift in her health status.