LONDON: Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth and a leading figure in the British royal family for almost seven decades, has died aged 99, Buckingham Palace said on Friday.
Here are reactions from major public figures in Britain and around the world.
UK PRIME MINISTER BORIS JOHNSON
"We remember the Duke ... above all for his steadfast support for Her Majesty the Queen, not just as her consort, by her side, every day of her reign, but as her husband, has strength and stay of more than 70 years. And it is to Her Majesty, and her family, that our nation's thoughts must turn today."
"Like the expert carriage driver that he was he helped to steer the royal family and the monarchy so that it remains an institution indisputably vital to the balance and happiness of our national life."
JUSTIN WELBY, ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY
"On the occasions when I met him, I was always struck by his obvious joy at life, his enquiring mind and his ability to communicate to people from every background and walk of life. He was a master at putting people at their ease and making them feel special."
UK OPPOSITION LABOUR PARTY LEADER KEIR STARMER
"The United Kingdom has lost an extraordinary public servant in Prince Philip."
"Prince Philip dedicated his life to our country - from a distinguished career in the Royal Navy during the Second World War to his decades of service as the Duke of Edinburgh."
"However, he will be remembered most of all for his extraordinary commitment and devotion to The Queen."
SCOTTISH FIRST MINISTER NICOLA STURGEON
"I send my personal and deepest condolences - and those of @scotgov and the people of Scotland - to Her Majesty The Queen and her family."
GERMAN CHANCELLOR ANGELA MERKEL
"The death of Prince Philip fills me with great sorrow. His friendship to Germany, his straightforwardness and his sense of duty will not be forgotten."
INDIAN PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI
"He had a distinguished career in the military and was at the forefront of many community service initiatives. May his soul rest in peace."
PAKISTAN PRIME MINISTER IMRAN KHAN
"Britain has lost a wise elder who was imbued with a unique spirit of public service. His role in promoting Pakistan-UK relations will always be remembered."
IRISH PRIME MINISTER MICHEAL MARTIN
"Saddened to hear of the death of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Our thoughts and prayers are with Queen Elizabeth and the people of the United Kingdom at this time."
SINN FEIN LEADER MARY LOU MCDONALD
"Sincere condolences to Queen Elizabeth and family on the death of her husband Prince Phillip. Sympathies to those of a British identity on our island, for whom his death will be felt as a great loss."
U.S. HOUSE SPEAKER NANCY PELOSI
"The U.S. Congress extends condolences over the passing of Prince Philip, whose life was distinguished by an inspiring ethic of dedicated service."
FORMER U.S. PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH
"Throughout his long and remarkable life, he devoted himself to worthy causes and to others. He represented the United Kingdom with dignity and brought boundless strength and support to the sovereign. Laura and I are fortunate to have enjoyed the charm and wit of his company, and we know how much he will be missed."
FORMER BRITISH PRIME MINISTER TONY BLAIR
"He will naturally be most recognised as a remarkable and steadfast support to the Queen over so many years. However, he should also be remembered and celebrated in his own right as a man of foresight, determination and courage."
CANADIAN PRIME MINISTER JUSTIN TRUDEAU
“Prince Philip was a man of great purpose and conviction, who was motivated by a sense of duty to others."
NEW ZEALAND PRIME MINISTER JACINDA ARDERN
“Prince Philip will be fondly remembered for the encouragement he gave to so many young New Zealanders through The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award. In over fifty years of The Award in New Zealand, thousands of young people have completed life-changing challenges through the programme.”
DUTCH PRIME MINISTER MARK RUTTE
"Our thoughts and sympathy are with Britain’s Royal Family and the British people at this time of mourning."
KING HARALD OF NORWAY
"Our thoughts are with Queen Elizabeth and the rest of her family. We also send our condolences to the British people."
KING CARL XVI GUSTAF OF SWEDEN
"Prince Philip has been a great friend of our family for many years, a relation which we have deeply valued. His service to his country will remain an inspiration to us all."
ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER BENJAMIN NETANYAHU
"Prince Philip was the consummate public servant and will be much missed in Israel and across the world."
ZIMBABWEAN PRESIDENT EMMERSON MNANGAGWA
"May his soul rest in eternal peace."
SULTAN HAITHAM OF OMAN
"His Majesty the Sultan sends a message of condolence and sympathy to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II ... on the death of her husband"
KING HAMAD BIN ISA AL KHALIFA OF BAHRAIN
"HM King Hamad lauded the efforts of the late HRH Prince Philip to serve the United Kingdom and its friendly people."
BELGIAN ROYAL PALACE
"We wish to express our deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen, the British Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom. Philippe and Mathilde."
U.N. SECRETARY GENERAL ANTONIO GUTERRES
"He was known for his dedication to charitable causes as a patron of some 800 organizations, in particular those focused on the environment, industry, sport and education."
PHILIP'S FORMER PRESS SECRETARY JAMES ROSCOE
"From military to youth clubs to DoE award recipients, his interest in people & their stories was real, his motivation always encouraging service in other by example. No nonsense, genuine wit: peace maybe, but he won't rest."
Reuters
Sat Apr 10 2021
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