Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have released a statement after Princess of Wales Kate Middleton announced she is receiving treatment for cancer.

“We wish health and healing for Kate and the family, and hope they are able to do so privately and in peace,” the warring couple said in a statement.

Both the couples were last seen together for a surprise walkabout in Windsor following the death of Queen Elizabeth in September 2022.

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Kate Middleton, Prince William, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on the long Walk at Windsor Castle on September 10, 2022. KIRSTY O’CONNOR/POOL/AFP VIA GETTY


Before the Princess of Wales shared the latest news about her health, PEOPLE was told by a family source that Prince Harry and Meghan were in the dark about Kate’s abdominal surgery and recovery.


“They are aware of everything that goes on back in England, but are being left out of any details regarding Kate,” the source told PEOPLE. “There is clearly no trust.”


In a video, Kate requested “privacy and space” as she and Prince William are trying to make it through this “tough time.”


“This of course came as a huge shock and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family,” she said.