Romania’s King Michael, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer, was admitted to a clinic in Lausanne, Switzerland, five days ago.

He is receiving constant treatment at the clinic, being in a severe state of physical weakness, according to a statement by His Majesty's press office. The name of the clinic was not disclosed, however.

“His condition has been steady up to now, and the doctors are of the opinion that His Majesty’s progress will be relatively stable over the next few days,” reads the statement.

Queen Anne is at the private residence in Switzerland, her health condition being stable. Princess Margareta, Custodian of the Crown and Prince Radu are also at the side of the King and Queen.

“The Princesses of Romania, Their Majesties’ daughters, are planning to travel to Switzerland within the next few days in order to be with their parents. They have been in daily contact with the family and, with hope and sadness, have been following the development of their father’s state of health,” according to the press release.

“The Custodian of the Crown wishes to thank all those who have generously sent messages of encouragement to King Michael and Queen Anne. The Royal Family is moved by people’s depth of feeling towards the King and the Crown, and likewise by the decency and respect with which the mass media has covered this sad and worrying event.”

Earlier this week, King Michael has decided to pass to his daughter, Princess Margareta, the responsibility to represent Romania’s Royal House after he was diagnosed with cancer and went through surgery.

Irina Popescu, irina.popescu@romania-insider.com

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