Story highlights Prince Philip being treated for an infection arising from a pre-existing conditionHad announced his retirement from public life last monthLondon (CNN) Prince Philip, the 96-year-old husband of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, was admitted to hospital Tuesday evening as a "precautionary measure," Buckingham Palace has told CNN. The Prince, also known as the Duke of Edinburgh, was being treated at London's King Edward VII Hospital for an infection arising from a pre-existing condition. "Prince Philip is in good spirits and is disappointed to be missing the State Opening of Parliament and Royal Ascot," Buckingham Palace said in a statement. Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, in their carriage during day one of Royal Ascot. On Tuesday, before being admitted to hospital, the Prince donned a top hat for the first day of Royal Ascot in Berkshire, England.

Source: CNN June 21, 2017 10:18 UTC