Silence in the rain The flag has been lowered. And the fatal sign on the fence. Thousands of Britons, some with flowers, marched outside Buckingham Palace on Thursday evening to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who died at Balmoral Castle at the age of 96. “She is the grandmother of the nation. He was always with us,” said many of those interviewed by the British media. “This is part of my life,” some repeated.

His eldest son would succeed him as Carlos III. The queen’s death shocked everyone. His image, along with the Pope, is probably the most famous on the planet. And Queen Elizabeth II has been in the spotlight for over 70 years. In the words of British Prime Minister Liz Truss, he was “the rock of modern Britain.” It marked an era and it was highlighted by major world leaders. He promised to devote his life to his duty and did so to the end.

The royal house has published the first statement of the new king, who takes the throne under the name of Carlos III. “The death of my beloved mother, Her Majesty the Queen, is a time of deep sadness for me and all members of my family. We deeply regret the passing of such a beloved queen and mother. I know that his loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, in the Commonwealth and to countless people around the world.”

In deep mourning, Truss, who met the Queen just two days before his death, made a statement at 10 Downing Street. He knew the seriousness of the monarch’s condition just three hours before, and his words were very emotional.

“The Queen was the rock upon which the modern United Kingdom stands… She was the very spirit of Britain and that spirit will continue… Our country has grown and prospered under her rule. The UK is the great country it is today because of her.” In the end, he asked the new king for support in these difficult days.

Truss spoke for the first time to Carlos III, who will deliver his first speech to the nation this Friday. His eldest son, William, will henceforth be the Prince of Wales, heir apparent.

Since her accession to the throne in 1952, the Queen has been “protector of the faith and supreme ruler” of the Church of England. The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has “joined the nation, the Commonwealth and the world in mourning the death of Her Majesty the Queen”.

The last image we have of Queen Elizabeth II was taken last Tuesday hosting Liz Truss and before that Boris Johnson, her predecessor. In her kilt and pearl gray jacket, leaning on a cane and smiling at Balmoral Castle, she witnessed the transfer of power. Truss was the 15th Prime Minister he knew. She was ready to serve her people to the end.

Hours after Johnson and Truss’s reception, his meeting with the Privy Council, scheduled for Wednesday, was cut short, and this Thursday a statement from the British Royal Household at 12:32 p.m. health.

He added that they advised him to remain “under medical supervision”. The Queen’s medical team is led by Professor Sir Hugh Thomas, who has been in office since 2014. He has been working in the medical team of Elizabeth II for 16 years.

Then it became known that the heir, Prince Charles, and his wife Camilla Parker-Bowles had moved to Balmoral, a place where the Queen was always happy and where she could enjoy the countryside and horses.

During the day, the rest of the royal family arrived: among them Guillermo, the heir apparent; Prince Andrei, his favorite, as well as a black sheep; Prince Edward and Princess Anne Prince Harry, on tour of Europe, arrived shortly after his grandmother’s death was announced at 6:30 pm local time. Two hours earlier, the Prime Minister had been briefed by Cabinet Secretary Simon Case.

global mourning

Condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II underline her dedication and dedication. Pope Francis said he was praying “for the eternal rest of the late Queen.” He wanted to honor his life of continuous service to the nation and the Commonwealth, his example of devotion to duty, his firm testimony of faith in Jesus Christ, and his firm hope in his promises. Now he confesses that he is praying for King Carlos III, his heir.

“By entrusting his noble soul to the merciful goodness of our Heavenly Father, I assure His Majesty of my prayers that Almighty God will support him with his unfailing mercy as he now assumes his high duties of king,” he added.

US President Joe Biden wished to share his memories with the British monarch. He recalled their first meeting in 1982 and the last in 2021.

“We enjoyed his wit, we were touched by his kindness, and he generously shared his wisdom with us. He stood with America in our darkest post-9/11 days when he reminded us that “pain is the price we pay for love.”

Russian President Vladimir Putin also recognized the international importance of Elizabeth II. “The most important events in the recent history of the United Kingdom are inextricably linked with the name of His Majesty”, of which he indicated that “for decades he has rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of his subjects,” according to Europa Press. . He wished “courage and fortitude” to the new king, Carlos III.

High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy Josep Borrell stressed that the European Union “pays tribute to him for his contribution to the cause of peace and security.” And he points out that “his loss is felt throughout the world.”

French President Emmanuel Macron spoke of her as “a friend of France, a queen with a good heart who made an indelible impression on her country and her time.” He represented “the continuity and unity of the British nation for over 70 years”.

For German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, the Queen is “a role model, an inspiration to millions of people.” He stressed his role in rebuilding relations between Britain and Germany after the “horrors of the Second World War”. Like other leaders who had the opportunity to speak with her, the German chancellor said that “we will miss her great sense of humor.”

For Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, he was “a constant presence in our lives, and his service to Canadians will forever remain an important part of our nation’s history.” Trudeau admitted that “he was one of my favorite people in the world.”

Telegram from the kings of Spain

The King and Queen of Spain, associated with Queen Elizabeth II, whom they affectionately call “dear aunt Lilibet(Dear Aunt Lilibet), they sent a telegram to express their condolences to the new king and his entire family.

“Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth has undoubtedly witnessed, authored and authored many of the most significant chapters in the history of our world over the past seven decades. His sense of duty, his commitment and life dedicated to the service of the people of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland were an example to all of us and will remain a strong and valuable legacy for future generations, ”King Philip’s telegram reads, which also alludes to Queen Letizia. These two send them all their love and pray for them.

In turn, he said a few words in memory of the Queen in his speech at the Royal Alcazar, where the Royal Script was fluttering from a half-staff as a sign of mourning.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez also expressed regret on his Twitter account in a message in Spanish and English. “She was a world-famous figure, witness and author of British and European history.” The President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Ayuso, declared three days of official mourning.

Elizabeth II was more than a queen. And it belonged not only to the British. They are the most devastated on this sad day. They feel like unknown orphans because the Queen has always looked after them. For the rest of the world, it was also a sign of peace, in which the sense of duty was revered. He was the favorite of millions of people in the UK and beyond.