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Visiting British Embassy in DC, Biden signs condolence book for Queen Elizabeth

09 Sep 2022 01:10pm
Using notes from his jacket pocket, the president wrote in the condolence book. - Reuters Photo
Using notes from his jacket pocket, the president wrote in the condolence book. - Reuters Photo


WASHINGTON - Marking the passing of Queen Elizabeth II earlier on Thursday, United States President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden paid a visit to the British Embassy in Washington D.C.

Biden and the first lady were greeted by British Ambassador Dame Karen Pierce and her husband at around 6 pm eastern time (2300GMT), Anadolu Agency reported.

Using notes from his jacket pocket, the president wrote in the condolence book.

"We mourn for all of you. She was a great lady, I’m so delighted I got to meet her," he said, and also thanked the embassy staff.

"Our hearts are with you," said the first lady.

Queen Elizabeth II, 96, was the longest-serving monarch in British history. Buckingham Palace said she died peacefully at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.

The queen had mobility and health issues for the past year stemming from age. She had to cancel several engagements due to her health and her physician's advice.

Her final public appearance was during the Platinum Jubilee celebration in June, marking her 70 years on the British throne. A statement issued mid-day Thursday said the queen was placed under "medical supervision" at Balmoral in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. - BERNAMA
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