, March 23 -- The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have wished Catherine, Princess of Wales, "health and healing" after she announced her cancer diagnosis.

Prince Harry and Meghan expressed hope that Catherine and her family may heal "privately and in peace" in a brief statement, reports BBC.

What is known about Kate's cancer diagnosis

Catherine described the news as a "huge shock" after a "incredibly tough couple of months" on Friday.

She stated that she was "well" and "getting stronger every day".

The specifics of the cancer have not been disclosed. According to Kensington Palace, the princess is sure that she will fully recover, the report said.

Catherine had abdominal surgery in January, although the presence of cancer was unknown at ...