As King Charles is treated for cancer, Prince William's role comes into sharper focus
Prince William's call this week to end the fighting in Gaza, along with plans to build housing for homeless people on his estate in southwestern England, may offer insight into how he is defining himself in the role of Prince of Wales and heir to the throne.
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![Britain's Prince William, The Prince of Wales, listens as he visits the British Red Cross at its headquarters in London, Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. The Prince of Wales undertakes engagements which recognise the human suffering caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East and the subsequent conflict in Gaza, as well as the rise of antisemitism around the world. The Red Cross are providing humanitarian aid in the region via the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement, including Magen David Adom in Israel and the Palestine Red Crescent Society. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung, Pool) A person looks off to the left, with the word "red" displayed vertically on the left.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7121061.1708533184!/cpImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/britain-royals.jpg)
Prince William's call this week to end the fighting in Gaza, along with plans to build housing for homeless people on his estate in southwestern England, may offer insight into how he is defining himself in the role of Prince of Wales and heir to the throne.