LONDON – Cannon salute across the UK and overseas territories for the final farewell to the prince consort Filippo, who passed away yesterday at the age of 99.
Eight days of mourning, then the message to the nation and the funeral in a restricted form: Elizabeth’s pain
by our correspondent Antonello Guerrera
The Ministry of Defense, quoted by the Bbc, announced that 41 rounds per minute will be fired for a few minutes from Cardiff Castle, Edinburgh Castle, Hillsborough Castle in Belfast, Rock of Gibraltar, Tower of London and Woolwich Barracks in London, and from various warships at sea, including the Diamond and the Montrose, in honor of the Duke, who served as a naval officer during World War II and held the position of Lord High Admiral.
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In the coming days, TVs and online channels will broadcast the funeral ceremonies that will be behind closed doors, in compliance with anti-Covid regulations and the authorities have issued appeals to citizens to follow them from home.The funeral should be held on Saturday in Windsor in the presence of 30 people, as required by the anti-Covid rules. The grandson should attend the funeral, principe Harry, who moved to the United States and renounced his titles: his wife would remain in Los Angeles instead, Meghan Markle, pregnant with her second child.
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The moving tribute of the four children on TV
The four sons of Prince Philip recalled with emotion their father, who died yesterday at the age of 99, in as many interviews broadcast by the Bbc in which they also reflected on their relationship with the Duke of Edinburgh. The eldest son Carlo was the first to appear on TV. “He was very good at showing you how to do things, giving instructions in different fields,” said Carlo, who has always had a tense relationship with his father. “His energy was amazing,” continued the heir to the throne, “in supporting my mother and doing it for so long; what he did was an incredible achievement.” Prince Andrea, for his part, underlined what a little everyone today recognizes to Filippo: having tried to maintain a semblance of normality in the life of the family. “As in any other family”, he recalled, “the parents went out for work during the day but in the evening we would meet, sit on the sofa and he would read us things”. Princess Anna recalled her father’s humanity: “She treated everyone as individuals and gave them the respect she felt they deserved as such.” “I think I will remember him as if he were always there,” he added, “as a person you could disagree with, but you could always go to when you had problems knowing he would listen and try to help.” “My father has always been a great source of support, encouragement and a guide”, finally declared his youngest son, Edoardo, “I will remember him and thank him forever”.
The Pope’s telegram
“Saddened to learn of the death of her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, His Holiness Pope Francis offers his heartfelt condolences to His Majesty and members of the royal family, recalling Prince Philip’s devotion to his marriage and his family “and its public commitment” for the education and progress of the new generations “. This is what we read in the telegram sent, in the name of Pope Francis, by the Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, to Queen Elizabeth II. The Pope “invokes the blessings of the Lord of consolation and peace”.
The homage of the Royal House on Instagram
The Royal House has published on its Instagram profile the words that Elizabeth dedicated to her husband in 1997, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of their marriage. “He has been my strength all these years. I, the whole family, this country and many others owe him a greater debt than he would dare to claim.”
Blinken expresses condolences for Prince Philip’s death
The US Secretary of State, Antony Blink, expressed his condolences to the British royal family and the United Kingdom on behalf of the American people for the death of the prince. “His Royal Highness embodied an uncompromising sense of duty to his homeland, from his service during World War II to his decades serving the British people alongside Queen Elizabeth II. He was a true friend of the United States. We honor his memory and we will remember his dedication to duty and friendship for years to come, “reads a note released by the State Department.
Xi Jinping also sends condolences
The Chinese president, Xi Jinping, and his wife, the first lady Peng Liyuan, sent a telegram of condolence to Elizabeth II on the death of her husband, expressing “sincere condolences” to the queen and the British royal family. The Chinese news agency reports Xinhua in a short note.
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