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    Queen Rania’s tribute to Queen Elizabeth II: ‘She was the Queen of the world’

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    by Olivia Morris
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    Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II ahead of her funeral.
    The wife of King Abdullah II of Jordan, who is currently in London, sat down with ITV News to discuss the life and legacy of the late British monarch.
    Queen Rania, who met the Queen on several official engagements throughout the years, described the passing of Her Majesty as “the end of an era” adding that she wasn’t just the Queen of the UK, she was the “Queen of the world”.

    “To me, she is the Queen of the world,” she told the UK-based news outlet. “She may be the Queen of England but I think symbolically she is the Queen to all of us.”
    Reflecting on her time with Her Majesty, Queen Rania explained that each time she met the British monarch she would become “warmer and warmer”.
    “I just have the most wonderful memories of her,” she revealed. “Throughout the years, every time I met her, I felt she was warmer and warmer.”
    Speaking from a place of admiration for Queen Elizabeth II, the Jordanian Queen said Her Majesty was a guide to her and was a figure she always looked up to, particularly as she navigated her way through her own royal life after marrying King Abdullah II in 1993.
    “She always gave a guiding hand and direction,” she said, adding she “really looked up to her”.
    As the UK, and the world, mourns the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Queen Rania praised the new King as he transitions into his new role as monarch saying, “This is the time for him.”
    “He is the person best suited for this country at this time. And I think he is going to take Great Britain into the future,” the Jordanian royal added.
    Watch the full interview below.
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      Everything to know about Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      3 hours ago

      Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning British monarch, will be laid to rest today, September 19, 2022.
      A total of 2,000 guests – including 500 dignitaries, foreign royals and leaders from around the world – are to attend the Queen’s funeral.
      Of course, members of the Royal Family will be in attendance, which includes King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla. The Queen’s other three children, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward will also be at the service with their respective spouses. The Prince and Princess of Wales and two of their three children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, will also be in attendance, alongside the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who will all walk in procession behind the Queen’s coffin into Westminster Abbey, where the state funeral service will take place.
      Monday has been declared a bank holiday in the UK and almost every television channel will broadcast the funeral. Outdoor TV screens have been installed across streets for members of the public to view.

      Draped in the Royal Standard, Her Majesty The Queen’s coffin is taken in Procession to Westminster Hall. pic.twitter.com/m19YFYQuWv
      — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) September 14, 2022

      Many leaders from the Arab region will be attending Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral including His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai; Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan; His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, and his wife Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani; His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain; His Highness Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, the Sultan of Oman; His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad A Jaber Al Sabah, the Crown Prince of Kuwait; and more.
      Other royals from across the world are also attending the funeral. Spain’s King Felipe and Queen Letizia have been confirmed as guests, while former monarchs Juan Carlos and Sofía have also been invited. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, King Harald V and Queen Sonja of Norway, and Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco have all confirmed their attendance. Other members of Europe’s royal families will also be at the service, including Sweden, Denmark, Belgium and Greece.
      As for world leaders, UK PM Liz Truss, and Labour party leader, Sir Keir Starmer will be at the Queen’s funeral, as will First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon, and the Irish premier, Michael Martin and US President Joe Biden will be present, along with the First Lady Jill Biden.
      Leaders from across Europe will also be at the funeral service, including French President Emmanuel Macron, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Italian President Sergio Mattarella and Finland’s President, Sauli Niinisto.

      . @HHShkMohd arrives at Buckingham Palace, to offer his condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II. pic.twitter.com/CCTeHcqVBN
      — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) September 18, 2022

      Following the Queen’s death on September 8, 2022, the UK has been in a 10-day national mourning period, which will end today after Her Majesty’s funeral.
      The state funeral will take place at Westminster Abbey, a short distance away from Westminster Hall, where thousands are expected to attend, and then her coffin will be transferred to Windsor Castle for a more intimate service and where she will be privately buried alongside her husband Prince Philip.
      The Queen’s coffin has been lying-in-state at Westminster Hall to allow members of the public to pay their respects, with the royal family standing vigil beside it.
      This article was originally published on Gulf Business and has been repurposed here with permission.
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      Arab royals arrive in London ahead of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral

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      by Olivia Morris
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      World leaders, including those from the Arab region, have arrived in London ahead of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.
      On Sunday, September 18, 2022, King Charles III held a reception at Buckingham Palace where global leaders paid their condolences following the passing of the Queen.
      Several notable royals from the Arab region were present including Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan; His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, and his wife Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani; His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain; His Highness Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, the Sultan of Oman; His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad A Jaber Al Sabah, the Crown Prince of Kuwait; and many more.
      Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan also attended the reception.
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      His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, was also present at the reception where he offered his coldences to King Charles II following his late mother’s death and outlined the “significant role” Her Majesty had in solidifying the bonds between the UAE and UK throughout her reign.
      “The historical ties between the two nations will continue to grow deeper and stronger to serve the peoples of both countries and strengthen regional and international security, stability and peace,” he added.

      Following the Queen’s death on September 8, 2022, the UK has been in a 10-day national mourning period, which will end today after Her Majesty’s funeral.
      The Queen has been lying-in-state at Westminsiter Hall for the last four days, where the British public have been queuing to pay their respects to the late monarch.
      The funeral will take place at Westminster Abbey, a short distance away from Westminster Hall, where thousands are expected to attend, and then her coffin will be transferred to Windsor Castle for a more intimate service and where she will be privately buried alongside her husband Prince Philip.
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      In pics: The best moments from the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations

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      by Olivia Morris
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      Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has reached an incredible milestone, becoming the first British monarch in history to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee.
      To mark the history-making anniversary, a four-day celebration took place in the United Kingdom which included Trooping the Colour, a huge concert outside Buckingham Palace, a pageant, a thanksgiving service and much more.
      The Queen herself, despite suffering mobility issues as of late, made several appearances during the celebrations including during Trooping the Colour where she wore a stunning pale blue ensemble; leading the lighting of the Principal Platinum Jubilee Beacon from Windsor Castle; an endearing skit with British icon Paddington Bear; and she made a surprise appearance on the Buckingham Palace balcony during the pageant in a striking bright green ensemble.
      Other members of the British royal family also made multiple public appearances this weekend including Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Princess Anne and more.

      As the celebrations came to a close on Sunday, June 5, 2022, the Queen issued a heartwarming statement sharing her gratitude as people celebrated her reign as monarch the globe over.
      “When it comes to how to mark 70 years as your Queen, there is no guidebook to follow. It really is a first,” she said. “But I have been humbled and deeply touched that so many people have taken to the streets to celebrate my Platinum Jubilee.
      “While I may not have attended every event in person, my heart has been with you all; and I remain committed to serving you to the best of my ability, supported by my family.”
      She went on to say how she has been “inspired by the kindness, joy and kinship” displayed during the celebrations, adding that she hopes “this renewed sense of togetherness will be felt for many years to come”.
      “I thank you most sincerely for your good wishes and for the part you have all played in these happy celebrations,” she concluded.
      Take a look at some of the highlight moments from the Platinum Jubilee celebrations over the weekend.

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