New Delhi, May 11 -- Buckingham Palace has confirmed that a member of the royal family will represent King Charles at the highly anticipated inauguration mass of Pope Leo XIV on May 18 at St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. While many had expected the King or his heir, Prince William, to attend the momentous event, the royal family has made a noteworthy change in its plans.

Instead, it will be Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, who will step in to carry out this significant duty.

A spokesperson from Buckingham Palace revealed, as per People, that Prince Edward, 61, will attend the ceremony in place of King Charles, 76, and Prince William, 42, who will not be present. This marks a rare occasion where the responsibility of representing...