Reactions from key world leaders following the death of Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022

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Condolences for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II of England have spread around the world, with many condolences from key political leaders.

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Condolences for the death of Queen Elizabeth II of England have spread around the world, with widespread condolences from key political leaders and the rest of royalty.

The first to express his condolences was the new British Prime Minister, Liz Truss, who appreciated the figure of Elizabeth II for her “long life of service”, which was praised not only by the British population, but also by citizens “around the world”. “Queen Elizabeth II gave us the stability and strength we needed,” he insisted.

Scottish Prime Minister, Independentist Nicholas Sturgeon, said the death of Elizabeth II represents “an extremely sad moment for the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and the world”. “His life has been one of extraordinary dedication and service. On behalf of the people of Scotland, I send my deepest condolences to the King and the Royal Family,” Sturgeon said on Twitter.

The President of the Republic of Ireland, Michael D. Higginsfor her part, expressed her “deep personal sadness” at the death of Elizabeth II, whom she described as a “friend of Ireland”. For her part, the leader of Sinn Féin assured that, “personally”, she thanks her Elizabeth II for her “contribution and determined efforts to promote peace and reconciliation” in Northern Ireland.

The leaders of the European Union (EU) stressed that Elizabeth II “never ceased to show us the importance of enduring values ​​in a modern world” and “few have shaped world history” as she did, according to the President of the European Council, Charles Michel.

The American President, Joe Biden, lamented the death of Elizabeth II, who “defined an era”, helping to strengthen relations between Washington and London. “Queen Elizabeth II was a stateswoman of unprecedented dignity and perseverance who deepened the foundations of the UK-US alliance. She helped make our relationship special “, they pointed out.

canadian prime minister, Justin Trudeau, extolled the “wisdom, compassion and warmth” of Elizabeth II, a British monarch who was also the monarch of Canada as a member of the Commonwealth. Trudeau noted that the monarch’s service to Canadians will forever be “an important part of the country’s history.” “She was one of my favorite people in the world, she will be missed,” she admitted.

The governments of Australia and New Zealand, Commonwealth member countries, also mourned the death. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has stressed that for seven decades Queen Elizabeth II has been a “rare and comforting constant” in a “rapidly changing” world. “Today is the end of an era, the end of the second Elizabethan stage,” he added.

French President, Emmanuel Macron, expressed his condolences on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, who “embodied the continuity and unity of the British nation for over 70 years”. “I remember her as a friend of France, a kind-hearted queen who left a lasting mark on her country and her century,” the French president said on Twitter.

The President of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sanchez, made public his condolences to the royal family of the United Kingdom and to the British citizens. “My condolences to the entire Royal Family, Government and citizens of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. A figure of global significance, witness and author of British and European history,” said the president said in a tweet he posted after hearing the news. For his part, King Felipe VI praised the figure of Elizabeth II, “one of the best queens of all time”.

The German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, spoke of Elizabeth II’s role in German-British reconciliation after World War II and described the late Queen as “an inspiration to millions”, also in Germany. “We will miss her. Also for her excellent humor,” wrote the head of the German government, via a Twitter account.

The President of Russia, Vladimir Poutineconveyed his condolences for the death of Elizabeth II, whose “authority” he recognized on the international scene, in a press release published by the Kremlin and addressed to the new British monarch, Charles III.

the leaders of Latin America, such as Argentina, Brazil or Mexico, also sent its condolences. Argentina, a country that waged war against the United Kingdom in 1982 over sovereignty over the Malvinas Islands, expressed itself with a brief message from Casa Rosada: “The Argentine government greets and accompanies the people and the British government on the death of its head of state, Queen Elizabeth II. Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has decreed three days of mourning for the South American giant. The presidents of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, and Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, expressed their condolences on Twitter, the same channel used by his Ecuadorian counterpart, Guillermo Lasso, who recalled that the “long life and dedication” of Isabella II at the service of their people “to go down in history”.

Finally, the Secretary General of the UNAntónio Guterres, expressed his deep sadness at the death of Elizabeth II, who he assured was “widely admired for her kindness, dignity and devotion” around the world.

Theodore Davis

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