Queen Elizabeth II Vladimir Putin

Russian president mourned the 'irreparable loss' of the Queen as he continues to wage war on Ukraine.

[previously recalled a “very funny joke” she once made at his expense](/arts-entertainment/films/news/daniel-craig-queen-joke-james-bond-b2163482.html). I wish you courage and perseverance in the face of this heavy, irreparable loss,” wrote Putin, who had met with the Queen in her lifetime. [Terms of use,](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/user-policies-a6184151.html) [Cookie policy](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/cookie-policy-a6184186.html) and [Privacy notice.](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/privacy-policy-a6184181.html) [Privacy policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en) and [Terms of service](https://policies.google.com/terms?hl=en) apply. [Follow the latest updates as the world pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II](https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/queen-elizabeth-ii-death-funeral-latest-news-b2163456.html) [stars of film, TV and music](https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/queen-elizabeth-ii-dies-celebs-condolences-helen-mirren-b2163458.html).

Russia's Vladimir Putin called Queen Elizabeth II's death an "irreparable loss" in a letter expressing condolences to her son, King Charles III, ...

19, but it is expected that an envoy will be dispatched to represent the Russian government at the somber event. Addressing the Queen’s eldest son and heir directly, Putin added: “I wish you courage and resilience in the face of this difficult, irreparable loss. So stick your condolences where the sun don’t shine.”

PIERS MORGAN has raged against Russian president Vladimir Putin's message of condolence following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday.

May we look to better times in the future.” Our thoughts and prayers are with you.” The British monarch died at the age of 96 in Balmoral on Thursday, but the former Good Morning Britain host clearly felt Putin’s condolences were unwelcome. “On behalf of the people, we extend sincere condolences to the @RoyalFamily, the entire United Kingdom and the Commonwealth over this irreparable loss. “May I ask you to pass on sincere condolences and support to members of the royal family and the entire people of Great Britain.” In his message to the King, Putin wrote: “[The Queen] rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects, as well as authority on the world stage.”

Russian President Vladimir Putin is mourning the loss of Queen Elizabeth II with King Charles.“Your Majesty, Please accept our deepest condolences on the ...

“I ask you to convey the words of sincere sympathy and support to the members of the royal family and all the people of Great Britain. “For many decades, Elizabeth II rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects, as well as authority on the world stage. "The most important events in the recent history of the United Kingdom are inextricably linked with the name of Her Majesty.

“Please accept my sincere congratulations on your accession to the throne,” read a statement posted by the Russian embassy in London said on Twitter. “ ...

The Russian people had “great respect” for Queen Elizabeth II, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Friday, singling out her qualities of “wisdom and authority”. “I wish you courage and perseverance in the face of this heavy, irreparable loss. [Terms of use,](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/user-policies-a6184151.html) [Cookie policy](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/cookie-policy-a6184186.html) and [Privacy notice.](https://www.independent.co.uk/service/privacy-policy-a6184181.html) For many decades, Elizabeth II rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects, as well as authority on the world stage. [Privacy policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en) and [Terms of service](https://policies.google.com/terms?hl=en) apply. “I wish Your Majesty success, good health and all the best,” it added.

The Russian leader wrote to King Charles III to congratulate him on his new position after sending his condolences after the Queen's death.

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