Queen Elizabeth’s husband, Prince Phillip, who was the Duke of Edinburg, has passed away.
He was 99.
Flags on landmark buildings in Britain were being lowered to half-mast as a period of mourning was announced.
The Buckingham Palace, in a statement on Friday, announcing Prince Philip’s death.
“It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
“His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.
“Further announcements will be made in due course.”
“The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss,” the statement said.
