Queen Elizabeth II: World reacts to death of monarch

PICTURED 3rd from left Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth outside Parliament of Barbados during her visit.

Queen Elizabeth II has died peacefully at Balmoral, the Royal family has announced, with tributes now being paid from all corners of the globe.

The 96-year-old monarch visited more than 100 countries across six continents during her reign and was admired by people, politicians and religious leaders everywhere.

The most significant tribute has been paid by her son, now King Charles III, who said it ” is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family.”

Liz Truss made an address to the nation on the steps of Downing Street, while her predecessor Boris Johnson has also released a statement.

Joe Biden, Emmanuel Macron and Volodymyr Zelensky have paid tribute, while statements have been released by the leaders of India, Canada, Ireland and Pakistan.

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08:10 PM

Kurdistan sends condolences

Masoud Barzani, the Kurdish president said: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. I convey my heartfelt condolences to her Majesty’s family, the people and government of the United Kingdom.”

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Egypt stands with King Charles III

Abdel Fatah el-Sisi, the leader of Egypt, said: “I offer my sincere condolences, on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Egypt, to the Royal Family, the British Government and the people of the United Kingdom, on the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who led her country for decades with great wisdom.