Prince Philip being welcomed on the Public Jetty on his arrival at Stanley 1957. (Courtesy of British Antarctic Survey Archives)
The Falkland Islands Government (FIG) announced in a statement “with deep sadness” that the FIG “has today learned of the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.” In tribute to the Prince, the Falklands will stage a 21-gun salute on Saturday at noon, followed by a short parade, FIG announced.
“During his decades of public duty, the Falkland Islands was pleased to twice welcome the Duke of Edinburgh to our shores in 1957 and 1991. On both occasions, Islanders were struck by his genuine interest in our people, our home and our history,” the statement says.
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WASHINGTON President Joe Biden has offered condolences and praised Prince Philip s decades of public service in a statement issued on behalf of himself and first lady Jill Biden. From his service during World War II, to his 73 years alongside the Queen, and his entire life in the public eye Prince Philip gladly dedicated himself to the people of the UK, the Commonwealth, and to his family, Biden said
Royals are a family in mourning after Prince Philip dies aged 99: Queen s heartbreak after husband s death was unexpected despite hospital stay - as Charles takes comfort that he spent more time with father in recent weeks
Her Majesty announced death of her husband of 73 years at midday Friday and joins the world in mourning
Philip was in Windsor after being treated for an infection and pre-existing heart condition for 28 nights
Prince Charles was seen leaving Windsor Castle last night after visiting his mother following Philip s death
Duke of Edinburgh had kept a low profile since conducting his final solo public engagement in August 2017
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image captionThe Duke of Edinburgh on a visit to Harland and Wolff in July 1977
Tributes have been paid across Northern Ireland to Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II s husband, following his death.
Politicians and church leaders have sent their condolences to the Royal family.
Arlene Foster, Northern Ireland first minister It is with deep sadness I ve learned of the death of his royal highness the Duke of Edinburgh. It s a sadness I know will be shared by countless others in Northern Ireland and across the world. He had a strong interest in Northern Ireland and I had the privilege of meeting him here on a number of his many visits.