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Death announced of Queen Elizabeth II s husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
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Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II s husband, has died, aged 99, it has been confirmed by Buckingham Palace.
A short statement said: It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.
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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.