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In the wake of Wednesday afternoon’s terror attack in Westminster, Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh’s planned engagement to open the new headquarters of the Metropolitan Police has been postponed. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said this evening that “in light of today’s events the decision has been taken to postpone the Queen’s engagement to New Scotland Yard” and that it will be rescheduled for another date. Three people were killed when … Continue reading
Posted in The United Kingdom | Tagged Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, Terrorism, The Duke of Edinburgh | Leave a commentFirst Anniversary of Brussels Attack Marked By King and Queen
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians have commemorated the first anniversary of the 22/3 Brussels terrorist attack that claimed the lives of 32 innocent people during explosions at Brussels Airport and Maalbeek metro station. The couple, alongside Prime Minister Charles Michel, first attended a ceremony at the airport where they laid a wreath before taking a train to Maalbeek metro station. At both locations, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde … Continue reading
Posted in Belgium | Tagged Anniversary, King Philippe of the Belgians, Memorial, Prime Minister Michel of Belgium, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians, Terrorism | 1 CommentPrincess Marie Joins CBRNE Terrorism Response Exercise
As part of her role with the Danish Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), Princess Marie today visited Hillerød where a joint terrorism response exercise was taking place. The Princess watched as local and national agencies ran through various exercises designed to “enhance their ability to coordinate and handle a major terrorist incident”. The focus was on chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive attacks. “It has given me insight into exactly how the … Continue reading
Posted in Denmark | Tagged Patronage, Princess Marie of Denmark, Terrorism | Leave a commentDuke and Duchess of Cambridge End Paris Tour
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge carried out engagements on the last day of their tour to Paris on March 18. The tour began the day before. A shooting had occurred at Orly Airport but William and Kate still continued their tour. Firstly, William and Kate visited Les Invalides in honour of World War II veterans and survivors of the 2015 terrorist attack at the Bataclan. William told them, “We … Continue reading
Posted in The United Kingdom | Tagged Children, France, Hospital, Museum, Official Visit, Patronage, Sport, Terrorism, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge | 3 CommentsCrown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit Remember July 22 Victims Five Years On
A series of remembrance services were held in Norway today honouring the 77 victims of the July 22 attacks in Oslo and on the island of Utøya five years on from the deadliest attack in Norway since the Second World War. Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit were present at a wreath laying in the government quarter (where 8 of the victims were killed in a bomb blast) alongside Prime … Continue reading
Posted in Norway | Tagged Anniversary, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, Memorial, Prime Minister Solberg of Norway, Terrorism | Leave a commentPrince Albert and Princess Charlène Attend Mass Honouring Nice Victims
The Prince and Princess of Monaco today attended a mass held at the Cathédrale de Monaco in honour of the victims of Thursday’s terrorist attack in Nice, France. Archbishop Bernard Barsi of Monaco led the congregation in prayer for the victims, the injured and their families. Prince Albert had earlier sent a message of condolence to French President François Hollande, assuring Monaco’s solidarity with France and they join them in “remembering the … Continue reading
Posted in Monaco | Tagged Albert II of Monaco, France, Mass, President Hollande of France, Princess Charlène of Monaco, Terrorism | Leave a commentRoyals Offer Condolences To France Following Terrorist Attack in Nice
After the horrific terrorist attack in Nice, France on Thursday night – as the country was full of joy celebrating Bastille Day – heads of state have offered their condolences to French President François Hollande and the victims and families of the 84 people killed in the attack. Britain’s Queen Elizabeth sent a message on behalf of herself and Prince Philip, offering “most sincere condolences to you, the families of … Continue reading
Posted in Belgium, Denmark, Jordan, Monaco, Norway, Spain, Sweden, The Netherlands, The United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates | Tagged Albert II of Monaco, Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, Emirate of Dubai, Felipe VI of Spain, France, Harald V of Norway, King Philippe of the Belgians, King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands, Margrethe II of Denmark, President Hollande of France, Prince Henrik the Prince Consort, Queen Letizia of Spain, Queen Rania al-Abdullah of Jordan, Queen Silvia of Sweden, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Terrorism, The Duke of Edinburgh | 1 CommentRoyals Offer Condolences After Shooting in Orlando, Florida
Following the horrific mass shooting in Orlando, Florida over the weekend, a number of European royals have sent their condolences to US President Barack Obama. 49 people were killed in the shooting at Pulse nightclub, while a further 53 were injured. A statement was released yesterday on behalf of Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh: The Queen: "Prince Philip & I have been shocked by the events in Orlando. … Continue reading
Posted in Denmark, Monaco, Norway, Spain, Sweden, The United Kingdom | Tagged Albert II of Monaco, Ambassador, Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, Felipe VI of Spain, Harald V of Norway, Margrethe II of Denmark, Queen Letizia of Spain, Terrorism, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duchess of Cornwall, The Duke of Cambridge, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales, United States of America | 4 CommentsBelgian Royal Family Remembers Victims of Brussels Attacks
Exactly two months after the Brussels attacks on March 22nd, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde attended a ceremony in the royal palace of Brussels to commemorate the victims and to pay tribute to the emergency services. The monarchs were joined by King Albert II, Queen Paola, Princess Astrid, Prince Lorenz, Prince Laurent and Princess Claire and 500 guests. In his speech the king said that it should not be forgotten … Continue reading
Posted in Austria-Hungary, Belgium | Tagged Albert II of Belgium, House of Austria-Este, King Philippe of the Belgians, Prince Laurent of Belgium, Prince Lorenz of Belgium, Princess Astrid of Belgium, Princess Claire of Belgium, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians, Queen Paola of Belgium, Terrorism | Leave a commentPrince Harry Attends Tunisian Terror Attack Anniversary Memorial
Prince Harry joined survivors and family members of last year’s two terrorist attacks in Tunisia today for a commemorative service at Westminster Abbey for the 31 Britons that were killed in March and June. The service was conducted by the Dean of Westminster, and Prince Harry gave a ready from Revelation. Prime Minister David Cameron was also present. Harry also laid a wreath at the Innocent Victims Memorial outside the Abbey … Continue reading
Posted in The United Kingdom | Tagged Memorial, Prime Minister Cameron of the United Kingdom, Prince Harry of Wales, Terrorism | 1 CommentPhilippe and Mathilde Visit Hospital, Attend National Memorial for Attack Victims
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde paid a visit to the University Hospital in Leuven to meet with victims of Tuesday’s terrorist attack and the doctors who worked to save their lives. The royal couple spent much more time than planned at the hospital, in the intensive care unit and then in the operating rooms where they were shown metal bomb fragments that were removed from the victims during surgery. Queen … Continue reading
Posted in Belgium | Tagged King Philippe of the Belgians, Prime Minister Michel of Belgium, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians, Terrorism | Leave a commentBelgian-Born Stéphanie Attends Minute Silence at Embassy in Luxembourg
Victims of Tuesday’s terrorist attacks in Brussels were remembered with a minute’s silence at the Belgian Embassy in Luxembourg today, the vigil attended by Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and his Belgian-born wife Stéphanie. At 12:15pm the 300-strong crowd fell silent in honour of the 31 people who were killed in the attacks. Also joining the Hereditary Grand Dukes was Prime Minister Xavier Bettel, the Archbishop of Luxembourg, Jean-Claude Hollerich, and … Continue reading
Posted in Luxembourg | Tagged Ambassador, Belgium, Hereditary Grand Duchess Stéphanie of Luxembourg, Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume of Luxembourg, Prime Minister Bettel of Luxembourg, Terrorism | Leave a commentKing Philippe and Queen Mathilde Meet With Medical Staff In Wake of Terrorist Attacks
The Belgian King and Queen this morning visit the Erasmus Hospital in Anderlecht, where they were given a briefing by medical staff on the conditions and injuries suffered by victims of yesterday’s horrific terrorist attack in the Belgian capital, which killed over 30 people. They also met with volunteers who provided medical aid across the day and also some of the victims which were taken to this particular hospital. Erasmus ziekenhuis … Continue reading
Posted in Belgium | Tagged European Commission, Hospital, King Philippe of the Belgians, Prime Minister Michel of Belgium, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians, Terrorism | Leave a commentSpanish King and Queen Offer Condolences at Belgian Embassy
King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain have visited the Belgian Embassy in Madrid to pay their respects to the victims of yesterday’s terrorist attacks in Brussels. The couple met with the Belgian Ambassador to Spain, Pierre Labouverie, before signing the condolence book. Their message read, “Given the terrible terrorist attacks yesterday in Brussels, we want above all to express our condemnation and abhorrence firmly. The pain of Belgium is also … Continue reading
Posted in Spain | Tagged Ambassador, Belgium, Felipe VI of Spain, Queen Letizia of Spain, Terrorism | Leave a commentBelgian King, Fellow Monarchs React To Brussels Attacks
At least 28 people have been killed in Brussels this morning, as explosions occurred at the city’s airport and at a metro station. The Belgian Royal Court issued a statement from King Philippe, saying that he and Queen Mathilde were “shocked by the horrific attacks” on the city. Their thoughts are with the victims and their families in this terrible time. The royal couple’s agenda for the next two days … Continue reading
Posted in Belgium, Monaco, Norway, Spain, The Netherlands | Tagged Albert II of Monaco, Felipe VI of Spain, Harald V of Norway, King Philippe of the Belgians, King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians, Terrorism | 3 CommentsFelipe and Letizia Attend A Memorial Concert
King Felipe and Queen Letizia attended this evening an annual concert called ‘In Memoriam’. It’s an annual concert that takes place in Madrid which pays tribute to victims of terrorism, the event was held at the the National Auditorium. Upon arrival, the King and Queen of Spain were welcomed by a small group of people, they then took to their seats on the balcony where the couple waved to the … Continue reading
Posted in Spain | Tagged Concert, Felipe VI of Spain, Memorial, Queen Letizia of Spain, Terrorism | Leave a commentWilliam and Catherine Sign Book of Condolence For Paris Attacks
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge signed a book of condolence at the French Embassy in London. The couple expressed their sympathies for the victims of the attacks in Paris which took place on November 13. They signed the book of condolence in the presence of the French Ambassador to the United Kingdom who also greeted them at their arrival. The Duke of Cambridge wrote, “To all those who have … Continue reading
Posted in The United Kingdom | Tagged Ambassador, France, Terrorism, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge | Leave a commentPrince Frederik & Princess Marie Attend Paris Attacks Memorial
Crown Prince Frederik and Princess Marie this morning were present at a memorial service at the French Reformed Church to honour the victims of the terrorist attacks in Paris on Friday night. The pair, both with French roots, were joined by Prime Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, other members of the Danish government and France’s Ambassador to Denmark, Francois Zimeray. Princess Marie, who was born in Paris, was visibly moved during … Continue reading
Posted in Denmark | Tagged Ambassador, Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark, France, Memorial, Prime Minister L.L. Rasmussen of Denmark, Princess Marie of Denmark, Terrorism | 3 CommentsJordan’s King and Queen attend 10th Anniversary Service of the Amman Bombings
On Monday, King Abdullah II and his wife, Queen Rania, attended the memorial service for victims of the 2005 Amman bombings in the Amman Martyrs Garden. Their Majesties observed a moment of silence in front of the memorial, laid a wreath and prayed for the 57 victims who were killed in simultaneous suicide bombings on three hotels in the Jordanian capital. The families of the victims also attended the service and … Continue reading
Posted in Jordan | Tagged Abdullah II of Jordan, Anniversary, Memorial, Queen Rania al-Abdullah of Jordan, Terrorism | Leave a commentKing Felipe and Queen Letizia Attend Terrorism Victim Tribute
The King and Queen of Spain tonight were at the National Auditorium in Madrid for the thirteenth edition of the ‘In Memoriam’ concert for victims of terrorism. The couple were welcomed by the Deputy Prime Minister of Spain, Soraya Saenz de Santamaria, and the President of the Victims of Terrorism Foundation, María del Mar Blanco. The Foundation annually arranges the memoriam concert to honour the memory of victims of terrorism … Continue reading
Posted in Spain | Tagged Concert, Felipe VI of Spain, Music, Queen Letizia of Spain, Terrorism | 1 Comment