In an unexpected turn of events, the British army has retracted their announcement of Princess Kate Middleton leading the annual review of soldiers at the Horse Guards Parade in London on June 8. The princess's name, previously listed on the army's official website, has now been removed, sparking speculation about her health and recovery.

The annual review, which precedes the Trooping the Colour parade, involves 1,400 soldiers and would have been Middleton's first public appearance since her abdominal surgery on January 16. However, it appears that the army did not seek approval from Kensington Palace, the office handling the affairs of the Prince and Princess of Wales, before making the premature announcement.

Kensington Palace is the sole authority to confirm details of Middleton's engagements and her anticipated return to public appearances. Both Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace, where King Charles III resides, have remained silent about their attendance at the upcoming events as they continue their recovery.

The Trooping the Colour parade, a military procession to celebrate the monarch's birthday, is scheduled to take place on June 15. While Buckingham Palace has not confirmed his attendance, it has been stated that the army website section related to the King will not be altered. King Charles III, who is 75 years old, had suspended his public engagements to undergo cancer treatments but has been continuing some official work.

In the midst of speculations surrounding Middleton's health, a spokesperson for Prince William released a brief statement, reaffirming that the princess is "doing well." However, details regarding her surgery and the reasons behind it remain undisclosed. It is uncommon for members of the royal family to release specific health details, and the initial announcement was likely made to avoid further speculation and confusion surrounding the princess's absence from public events.

One journalist, Concha Calleja, made claims on a Spanish news program about Middleton being in a coma due to health complications. However, these allegations have not been confirmed or addressed by official sources.

The palace continues to emphasize that Middleton is making progress in her recovery but did not provide any specific timeline for her expected return. Only time will tell when the princess will make her next public appearance, and until then, the rumors and speculations are likely to continue swirling around the Duchess of Cambridge's health.