Her Imperial Highness Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth of England, died at Windsor Castle on the outskirts of London on the 9th, and the movement of mourning is spreading in the country.
Her Royal Highness has supported Queen Elizabeth for over 70 years, but she retired from all public affairs in 2017 and has rarely appeared publicly since then.
This February, after being hospitalized and undergoing cardiac treatment, he returned to Windsor Castle last month, but the British royal family announced that His Highness Philip had died on the 9th.
I was 99 years old.
Half-masts were raised in various places in England, and people were seen holding flowers around Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle, and on the electric bulletin board in the town, the death of His Imperial Highness Philip was reported along with the photo. It was.
However, as strict measures against the infection of the new coronavirus continue, the British royal family is calling on citizens to consider donating to philanthropy instead of handing flowers and to send a memorial message to the website. ..
"Prince Philip has been loved not only by Britain, but by all generations of the Commonwealth of Nations and the rest of the world. He has faithfully supported Queen Elizabeth," said Prime Minister Johnson.
Also, his grandson, Prince Harry, who now lives in the United States, and his wife, Meghan, posted a message on their website saying, "Thank you. I'm really lonely."
It is said that the funeral schedule will be announced in the future, but it is reported that the state funeral will not be held due to the will of His Highness Prince Philip.
British Prime Minister "Prince Philip faithfully supported the Queen"
British Prime Minister Johnson read a statement in front of the Prime Minister's residence on the 9th, saying, "Prince Philip has been loved not only by Britain but also by the Commonwealth of Nations and all generations of the world. He has faithfully supported Queen Elizabeth." Said.
And not only was he loved and respected by the people, but for his family, to his loving husband and father, and to his grandfather and great-grandfather, to Queen Elizabeth and his family members of the royal family. , Condolences.
US President Joe Biden and his wife "Achievements will continue to live"
US President Joe Biden and Mrs. Jill issued a statement on the 9th, saying, "On behalf of the American people, Queen Elizabeth and the royal family, I would like to express my deepest condolences to the British people."
In a statement, His Highness Philip served in World War II and worked on environmental protection, saying, "It was done for the people of Britain, the Commonwealth of Nations, and their families. His Highness's achievements are not limited to his family. , Will continue to live in all the businesses undertaken. "
"Jill and I are sympathetic to the Queen and her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren."
Send a message of condolences to Prime Minister Suga
Prime Minister Suga sent a condolence message to Prime Minister Johnson following the death of His Highness Prince Philip of the United Kingdom.
In this, Prime Minister Suga said, "On behalf of the Government of Japan and the Japanese people, I would like to express my deepest condolences to the British Royal Family, the British Government, and the British people. His Imperial Highness Philip visited Japan seven times. We would like to express our deepest respect not only for strengthening the historical relationship between the Japanese royal family and the British royal family, but also for making a great contribution to promoting mutual understanding between the Japanese and British people. I pray for the souls of His Imperial Highness, while celebrating the achievements of His Imperial Highness in his lifetime. "
French President Emmanuel Macron "has a model life"
French President Emmanuel Macron posted on Twitter in English: "Prince Philip has lived an exemplary life with courage, a sense of duty, and a dedication to youth and nature maintenance. Queen Elizabeth and the royal family, the British people. I would like to express my deepest condolences to you. "
The King and Mrs. of the Netherlands "A bright personality fascinates people"
The Dutch royal couple issued a statement on the 9th, saying, "His Highness has devoted his long life to the British people and the obligations and responsibilities to be fulfilled. His bright personality has won the hearts of the people." It was.
The Belgian royal family also issued a statement saying, "I am in great sadness. I would like to express my deepest condolences to Queen Elizabeth, the British royal family and the British people."
German Chancellor Angela Merkel "Deep Sadness"
German Chancellor Angela Merkel issued a statement on the 9th through a government spokesman on Twitter.
In this, Chancellor Merkel expressed his condolences, saying, "I am deeply saddened. I will never forget the friendship, candidness and responsibility with Germany."