An expert has voiced concern for the wellbeing of King Charles after photographs from his tour of Australia showed signs of ill-health. The monarch’s lips have appeared red and inflamed in several photographs - a symptom consistent with chemotherapy,

Prior to the interruption, the king was introduced by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, per PBS. Albanese has expressed a desire to make Australia a republic with an Australian head of state. Australia is still a constitutional monarchy with Charles at the head of state.

King Charles III ended the first visit to Australia by a reigning British monarch in 13 years on Tuesday as anti-monarchists hope the debate surrounding his journey is a step toward an Australian citizen becoming head of state.