Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

“My thoughts, and those of Australians, are with the Princess of Wales and her family following the news of her cancer diagnosis. The Princess of Wales has shown extraordinary courage with her public statement today, in which she expresses her concern for others.”

“We are sending support and strength in this difficult time as she undergoes treatment, and we wish her well for a speedy recovery.”

White House Office of President Joe Biden

“We are incredibly sad to hear of the news,” White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre told a regular news conference, adding that she wished Kate a full recovery.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

“My thoughts are with the Princess of Wales, her children, and the entire royal family following the news of her cancer so courageously shared.”

“On behalf of Canadians, I’m sending my support as she undergoes treatment. We’re all wishing her a swift recovery.”

UK Opposition Labour Party Leader Keir Starmer

“I am heartened by the Princess of Wales’ optimistic tone and her message of faith and hope. Her royal highness will be in our thoughts and prayers as she progresses through her treatment with the love and support of not just her whole family but the whole nation too.”

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf

“I’m deeply saddened to hear the news about the Princess of Wales-Duchess of Rothesay. I am praying for her swift recovery.”

“It must be an incredibly difficult time for the whole family. Royalty or otherwise, she has a right to privacy, which I hope will be respected.”

First Minister of Northern Ireland Michelle O’Neill

“I am very sorry to hear the news of the Princess of Wales’ cancer diagnosis. I send her my best wishes and the strength for her treatment, and a full and speedy recovery. A special word of thought to her young family at this challenging time.”

Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething

“Deeply saddened to hear the news about HRH The Princess of Wales. On behalf of people across Wales, I would like to send our love and support to the princess and her family at this very difficult time.”

“All of our thoughts are with you as you continue your treatment.”

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