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07.03.2022 - 17:51 / etonline.com
Queen Elizabeth II is back at work in a big way. On Monday, the 95-year-old monarch appeared in person for the first time since recovering from COVID-19.The queen received Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in audience at Windsor Castle.
Pics from the meeting show that the pair shook hands, smiled and had an amicable chat during their time together.The queen wore pearls and a blue patterned dress for the occasion, while the 50-year-old politician sported a blue suit and purple tie.The monarch tested positive for COVID-19 on Feb. 20, and was experiencing «mild cold like symptoms.» At the time, ET learned that she is both vaccinated and boosted.The queen canceled virtual appearances following her diagnosis, though she continued «light duties,» according to Buckingham Palace.
Shortly thereafter, she held her weekly audience with Prime Minister Boris Johnson by telephone.An in-person diplomatic reception that was set to be held at Windsor Castle, however, was postponed amid the monarch's health concerns. Just days later, though, the queen was seen for the first time since testing positive for COVID-19, appearing at two virtual gatherings.After her virtual appearances, a source told ET that the monarch was «on the mend,» adding that she had been «Zooming with family members» from her apartment in Windsor Castle while recovering from the coronavirus. Queen Elizabeth Makes Private Donation to Ukraine Relief Efforts Queen Elizabeth Is Video Chatting With Family and 'Is on the Mend' Queen Elizabeth Is Seen for the First Time Since COVID Diagnosis
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Amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine, it is reported that the Queen's private estate is looking to provide homes and jobs to Ukrainian refugees.The move comes after a rural estate in Scotland offered accommodation and employment to those fleeing Ukraine, with Prince Charles also thinking of helping at his Dumfries House estate in Ayrshire. Scottish Land & Estates (SLE) has said that over 40 estates have volunteered to help those fleeing the horrors of war and coming to Scotland.
After recovering from COVID-19, Queen Elizabeth is back in the swing of things.
Queen Elizabeth II returning to live at Buckingham Palace, never say never. Amid recent reports and speculation that the monarch will no longer call Buckingham Palace home, a source tells ET not so fast. «Her Majesty continues to carry out a variety of engagements and Buckingham Palace will continue to be central base of the Monarchy,» the source says, «but the reservicing project [at the Palace] still has five years to run.»The landmark building, known around the world as the home of the British monarchy, has been undergoing a major renovation that began in 2017 and isn't estimated to be done until 2027.
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Amid the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, the Queen made a subtle tribute while holding an audience with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at Windsor Castle yesterday. Her Majesty, 95, spoke to Justin Trudeau during his UK visit, which will see him talk to Boris Johnson and Dutch counterpart Mark Rutte about the war in Ukraine. The engagement saw the Queen finally returning to face-to-face engagements after recovering from Covid.
Queen Elizabeth was photographed for the first time in person after recovering from COVID-19.
Queen Elizabeth, 95, made her first in-person appearance on Monday, March 7 after recovering from COVID-19. The British monarch was pictured graciously shaking hands with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, 50, at her residence at Windsor Castle in England. The Queen looked healthy and had a big smile on her face. She was dressed in a stylish blue floral dress for the meeting.
Queen Elizabeth II met with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday in her first in-person meeting since battling COVID-19. The two were photographed together at Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace confirmed the news on social media. "This afternoon The Queen received the Prime Minister of Canada, @JustinTrudeau, for an Audience at Windsor Castle," the official Twitter account wrote.
The Queen has finally returned to face-to-face engagements as she met the Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, 50.The 95 year old monarch had been avoiding all in-person plans on her royal schedule due to an extended bout of COVID-19. Aides and medics did their best to help the Queen isolate, as she continued to present with "mild symptoms" of Covid, and she hosted a number of official figures via Zoom and video link.
On Monday, Queen Elizabeth II held an audience with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Queen Elizabeth plans on staying at Windsor Castle.
Queen Elizabeth II is lending her support to the people of Ukraine.A Buckingham Palace source confirmed to ET that the queen has made a generous donation privately to the Disasters Emergency Committee Ukraine Humanitarian appeal.The donation is unusual for the queen, the source shared, who usually stays neutral when it comes to politics.«This is unusual for the royal family as they typically stay out of politics and don’t provide monetary support,» the palace's source told ET.The queen's private donation comes after the royal family's outward support for the Ukrainian people, with Prince William and Kate Middleton and Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles, all putting on a united front amid Russia's unprovoked attacks on Ukraine.Over the weekend, William and Kate issued a statement via their verified Twitter account, writing, «In October 2020 we had the privilege to meet President Zelenskyy and the First Lady to learn of their hope and optimism for Ukraine’s future.
Prince Charles has given an update on the Queen’s health.
Queen Elizabeth II is «on the mend,» a source tells ET. After testing positive for COVID last month, the 95-year-old British monarch had postponed several virtual events, but she was back to her regular duties on Tuesday. The source tells ET that in addition to her light duties, the queen has also been «Zooming with family members» from her apartment in Windsor Castle, while recovering from the coronavirus. Her Majesty had a sore throat and was «a bit croaky» with cold-like symptoms but is doing better, ET has learned.She also postponed a diplomatic reception planned to take place at Windsor Castle on Wednesday due to the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. In addition to Zooming with family members, the queen also got to see some in person over the week, according to the On Sunday, she met with her grandson, Prince William, and his wife, Kate Middleton, and their three children — Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis — outdoors at Frogmore on the grounds of Windsor Castle.
On the mend. Queen Elizabeth II enjoyed a visit from her grandchildren and great-grandchildren following her recovery from COVID-19.
Prince Charles has spoken out against Russia and President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine during a royal engagement Tuesday, March 1, as he condemned the attack as "brutal aggression".The first in line to the throne was joined by his wife and future queen consort Camilla in Southend-on-Sea, for a visit in honour of the murdered MP Sir David Amess.The royal pair formally granted the seaside location city status, a triumph that the late Sir David had been campaigning for for decades. During his speech, Prince Charles, 73, also made a segue way into talking about the current Ukrainian crisis.