Queen Elizabeth makes first public solo statement since Prince Philip's death
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The Queen has been in an eight-day period of mourning since the Duke of Edinburgh died on April 9.
"I have been saddened by the destruction and major disruption caused by volcanic eruptions in recent days, and my thoughts are with the many people and families who have been evacuated from their homes, and whose livelihoods have been affected," the Queen said in her statement obtained by Fox News. "I send my thanks to the emergency services and all those involved in the relief effort." "My prayers will remain with the people of S.t Vincent and the Grenadines at this very difficult time," she added.More Related News