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Condolences are pouring in from around the world following the death of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II. King Charles IIIKing Charles III says the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, "is a moment of the greatest sadness" for him and his family.In a statement issued Thursday following the 96-year-old monarch's death at her Balmoral Castle estate in Scotland, Charles said: "We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother. I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world."Charles, who became king upon his mother's death, said, “During this period of mourning and change, my family and I will be comforted and sustained by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection in which The Queen was so widely held.” President Joe BidenU.S. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden on Thursday mourned the death of Queen Elizabeth II."Today, the thoughts and prayers of people all across the United States are with the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth in their grief," the White House statement said. "We send our deepest condolences to the Royal Family, who are not only mourning their Queen, but their dear mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her legacy will loom large in the pages of British history, and in the story of our world."Video below: White House reacts to news of Queen Elizabeth's death"Supported by her beloved Prince Philip for 73 years, Queen Elizabeth II led always with grace, an unwavering commitment to duty, and the incomparable power of her example. She endured the dangers and deprivations of a world war alongside the British people and rallied them during the devastation of a global pandemic to look to better days ahead," the White House statement continued.The Queen, the Bidens added, "was a stateswoman of unmatched dignity and constancy who deepened the bedrock Alliance between the United Kingdom and the United States." Donald TrumpFormer U.S. President Donald Trump wrote in a statement, "Melania and I are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Together with our family and fellow Americans, we send our sincere condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom during this time of great sorrow and grief.""May God bless the Queen, may she reign forever in our hearts, and may God hold her and Prince Philip in abiding care," Trump said to end his statement.Bill Clinton“Hillary and I mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and we join with people across the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth, and all around the world, in giving thanks for her extraordinary life,” Bill Clinton said in a statement. George W. BushBush said, "Queen Elizabeth ably led England through dark moments with her confidence in her people and her vision for a brighter tomorrow. Our world benefitted from her steady resolve, and we are grateful for her decades of service as sovereign."Video below: Rainbow covers sky as flags lower at Windsor Castle following Queen Elizabeth's death Elton JohnBritish singer Elton John said, "Along with the rest of the nation, I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's passing." She was an inspiring presence to be around and led the country through some of our greatest and darkest moments with grace, decency and a genuine caring warmth.""Queen Elizabeth has been a huge part of my life from childhood to this day, and I will miss her dearly." Mick Jagger"For my whole life Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has always been there. In my childhood I can recall watching her wedding highlights on TV. I remember her as a beautiful young lady, to the much beloved grandmother of the nation. My deepest sympathies are with the Royal family," Mick Jagger said in a statement. British Prime Minister Liz TrussBritish Prime Minister Liz Truss says the country is "devastated" by the death of Queen Elizabeth II, calling her "the rock on which modern Britain was built."Truss said the news is "a huge shock to the nation and to the world" but that the queen’s spirit will endure.Truss was appointed by the queen just two days ago, becoming the 15th prime minister to serve during Elizabeth’s reign. Video below: Facts about Queen Elizabeth IIFranceFrench President Emmanuel Macron tweeted Thursday that the queen "embodied continuity and the unity of the British nation over 70 years. I retain the memory of a friend of France, a queen of hearts who marked as never before her country and her century."GermanyGermany’s foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, expressed sadness at the news, tweeting: "Germany remains forever grateful that she stretched out her hand to us in reconciliation after the terror of World War II."ItalyItalian Premier Mario Draghi in a condolence message hailed the queen as having been "the absolute protagonist of world history of the last 70 years." Draghi, who is now acting in a caretaker role ahead of Italian parliamentary elections later this month, said Elizabeth had represented the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth "with equilibrium, wisdom, respect for institutions and for democracy."