This was reported by the Kremlin press service.

"Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a telegram to Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, in which he expressed deep condolences on the death of her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh," the statement said.

The corresponding telegram emphasizes that many important events in the recent history of your country are associated with the name of Prince Philip.

"He rightfully enjoyed respect among the British and international authority," Putin said.

Earlier it was reported that the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, Duke Philip of Edinburgh, died at the age of 100.

In this regard, the British diplomatic missions in Russia lowered their flags.