Condolences from European Heads of State/Government Following the Death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (2021)

Albania

• Head of State - President Ilir Meta
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Edi Rama

Andorra

• Head of State - Co-Prince Joan Enric Vives i Sicília
• Head of State - Co-Prince Emmanuel Macron
• See France
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Xavier Espot Zamora

Armenia

• Head of State - President Armen Sarksyan
• "I'm deeply saddened to learn about the passing of His Royal Highness the Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. On this sad occasion, I'd like to express my deepest condolences to all members of the Royal Family, the Gov and the people of the UK. May my prayers ease the pain of the loss."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan
• "Profoundly saddened for the loss of His Royal Highness the Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. May the Lord bless and give strength to his family to sail this sorrow. May his memory be eternal."

Austria

• Head of State - President Alexander Van der Bellen
• "Your Majesty! It was with great sorrow that I have learnt about the passing of His Royal Highness, The Duke of Edinburgh, on April 9th, 20201. Prince Philip will always be remembered for his remarkable life of service to the crown and the British people throughout his long and distinguished life. I remain deeply impressed by his active role in over 780 charities and organizations, especially his engagements as the former president of the World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) from 1981-1996. Though his passionate commitment and tireless efforts for the protection of nature and the environment, he also left a legacy in Austria by supporting the creation of Austrian National Parks. Many Austrians will also remember his repeated visits tot Austria, especially the Royal Visit of May 1969, and will hold him in high esteem for his life of service and generosity. Please accept the expression of my heartfelt condolences and my sincere sympathy to Your Majesty, the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom at this time of grief. May all who knew him be comforted by the warm memories of his personality and his worthy achievements." 
• Head of Government - Chancellor Sebastian Kurz
• "I extend my sincere condolences to Her Majesty The Queen, the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom after the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh."

Belarus

• Head of State - President Alexander Lukashenko
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko

Belgium

• Head of State - King Philippe
• "Deeply saddened by the passing away of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. We wish to express our deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen, the British Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Alexander De Croo

Bosnia and Herzegovina

• Head of State - Chairman Milorad Dodik 
• Head of Government - Chairman Zoran Tegeltija

Bulgaria

• Head of State - President Rumen Radev
• "The Duke of Edinburgh will be remembered as a highly respected and active public figure in Great Britain, the British Commonwealth and the entire world."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Boyko Borisov

Croatia

• Head of State - President Zoran Milanović
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Andrej Plenković
• "On behalf of the Croatian Government, I express my most heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and the British people on the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh. Prince Philip will be remembered for his lifetime of service to the United Kingdom."

Cyprus

• Head of State & Government - President Nicos Anastasiades
• "It is with great sadness that I received the news of the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, a close friend of Cyprus. My deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Her Majesty The Queen, the Royal Family and the people of the UK for their loss."

Czechia

• Head of State - President Miloš Zeman
• "Your Majesty, with deep sorrow I learned of the death of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. We recently commemorated 25 years since your visit to Prague, when I had the opportunity to meet you and your husband, Prince Philip, in person. It was an extraordinary honor for me then. I have always considered Prince Philip a unique personality who, with his charm, nobility and intellect, represented Great Britain in the best sense of the word. His whole life is, in a way, an incredible chronicle of modern history not only of Great Britain, but of the whole of Europe. I am convinced that his exceptional legacy will continue to live in our hearts. Your Majesty, allow me, on my own behalf and on behalf of the citizens of the Czech Republic, to express my sincere condolences to you, the family and the British citizens."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Andrej Babiš

Denmark

• Head of State - Queen Margrethe II
• "Her Majesty The Queen has today sent personal condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in connection with the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen

Estonia

• Head of State - President Kersti Kaljulaid
• "Prince Philip was a legend for generations around the world. My condolences to the Royal Family and to the British people."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Kaja Kallas

Finland

• Head of State - President Sauli Niinistö
• "President Niinistö has extended his deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family on the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Sanna Marin

France

• Head of State - President Emmanuel Macron
• "I wish to express my sincere condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, The Royal Family and the British people upon the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip who lived an exemplary life defined by bravery, a sense of duty and commitment to the youth and the environment."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Jean Castex

Germany

• Head of State - President Frank-Walter Steinmeier
• "Your Majesty, it was with profound sadness tthat I learned of the death of your husband. Allow me to extend to you, to the Royal Family and to your people my sincere condolences and those of my fellow Germans. Prince Philip was popular and greatly valued in Germany. Prince Philip was a pillar of support to you, your family and the British people, both in difficult and in good times. With his demeanour, charm and wit, he won the respect and love of the people of your kingdom. It was a privilege and a great pleasure for me to witness his sharp sense of humor during our encounters in London and Berlin. We Germans mourn a winning personality who made a major contributtion to reconciliation between our nattions after the horrors of the secound World war. As a member of the Royal Navy, Prince Philip fought for the liberattion of Europe from National Socalist terror. We will not forget his commitment to democracy and freedom. My thoughts are with you and your family." 
• Head of Government - Chancellor Angela Merkel
• "The death of Prince Philip fills me with great sorrow. His friendship to Germany, his straightforwardness and his sense of duty will not be forgotten. All our thoughts are with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and the Royal Family."

Greece

• Head of State - President Katerina Sakellaropoulou
• "The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, who was born in Corfu, served his country with devotion for many decades. I extend my warm condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the members of the Royal Family and the British people."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis
• “His Royal Highness gave dedicated service to the Crown, the United Kingdom, and the Commonwealth over many decades. His contribution to public life, to the charities he served, and his work with young people, will be great missed. On behalf of the people of Greece, I would like to extend our deepest condolences to her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family on the sad news of the passing of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh"

Hungary

• Head of State - President János Áder
• "Your Majesty! It was with great sadness that I learned that His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh had died in the centenary of his life. Allow me to express to Your Majesty the sincere condolences of the Hungarian people. In these painful hours we wholeheartedly share the grief of the royal family and their entire country. In the person of Prince Philip, we lost a great friend of our country, who did a lot to deepen the Hungarian-British relations as a public figure and sportsman. We respectfully preserve his memory."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Viktor Orbán

Iceland

• Head of State - President Guðni Th. Jóhannesson
• My wife Eliza and I send our sincere condolences to Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II, the Royal Family and UK and Commonwealth citizens. The people of Iceland have fond memories of HRH Prince Philip's visits to this country.
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir

Ireland

• Head of State - President Michael D. Higgins
• "On behalf of the people of Ireland, I wish to convey my condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, her children, her extended family and the people of the United Kingdom. For over sixty years, and as husband to Britain’s longest serving monarch, Prince Philip served the British people with an unfailing commitment and devotion to duty. In the course of his long service he frequently brought an air of informality to otherwise formal occasions. His distinctive presence and unique sense of humour put participants at ease and always engaged those who encountered him. Prince Philip was a steadfast support to Queen Elizabeth II. He accompanied the Queen on her many visits to Northern Ireland and also on her historic State Visit to Ireland in 2011. I recall with a special appreciation how welcome he made Sabina and I feel in 2014, when I was making the first State Visit by an Irish Head of State to the United Kingdom in 2014. My hope is that these visits in 2011 and 2014, which he shared, will continue to be symbols of what we share as neighbours in friendship, peace and a sustainable future. Prince Philip an active supporter of many charities and worthwhile causes, was far-seeing in being an early advocate for protecting the environment. Likewise the Duke of Edinburgh Awards provided for many generations of young people and those of diverse backgrounds a very effective focus for citizen engagement. I was very pleased when his scheme, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and our own Gaisce, the President’s Award, were able to co-operate in the sharing and recognition of awards in Northern Ireland and elsewhere. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis [At right-hand-side of-god may be his soul faithful]."
• Head of Government - Taoiseach Micheál Martin
• Saddened to hear of the death of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Our thoughts and prayers are with Queen Elizabeth and the people of the United Kingdom at this time.

Italy

• Head of State - President Sergio Mattarella
• “On behalf of the Italian Republic, I would like to offer my most sincere condolences to Your Majesty, the Royal Family and all the citizens of the United Kingdom on hearing the news of the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Many people worldwide remember his exemplary commitment to the Crown and the United Kingdom and his open-minded and innovative approach to the development of his country for over seventy years. When visiting Italy, Prince Philip always showed sincere friendship towards the Italian people, who gratefully remember his deep appreciation for the artistic and cultural heritage of the Belpaese. Your Majesty, please accept my deepest sympathy and the assurances of my highest consideration.”
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Mario Draghi

Kazakhstan

• Head of State - President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev
• "On behalf of the people of Kazakhstan and on my own behalf, I offer our deepest condolences, words of support and sympathy to Your Majesty and all Britons. For more than 70 years and especially since Your Majesty’s enthronement, the Duke of Edinburgh was your constant support and source of strength. A respected World War II hero, His Royal Highness was an outstanding personality who dedicated his whole life to serving the United Kingdom and the Crown, helping people in need and contributing to the welfare of the British nation, the Commonwealth and beyond. At this difficult time, our prayers and thoughts go to Your Majesty, the British Royal Family, as well as all those who have had the privilege of knowing and collaborating with Prince Philip. He will always be remembered as a symbol of dignity, integrity, courage and passion for his nation,” the President noted in his message."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Asqar Mamin

Latvia

• Head of State - President Egils Levits
• "My deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family on the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš
• "It is with great sorrow that we send our deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen, the whole Royal Family and all the people of the United Kingdom on the death of HRH Prince Philip."

Liechtenstein

• Acting Head of State - Hereditary Prince Alois
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Daniel Risch

Lithuania

• Head of State - President Gitanas Nausėda
• "It is with great sadness that I learned about the passing of Prince Philip. May his soul rest in peace. I extend my deepest condolences to Queen Elizabeth II. In this hour of immense loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you & the people of Britain."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė
• "I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of HRH Prince Philip. My sincere condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and the whole Royal Family."

Luxembourg

• Head of State - Grand Duke Henri
• "The Grand Duchess and I are deeply saddened to learn of the passing away of Your dear husband, Prince Philip. The Duke of Edinburgh’s longstanding service for Your country is unparalleled, starting in the Royal Navy, where Prince Philip excelled in several battles during Second World War. He brought the same discipline and intelligence to his activities as Prince Consort and will be fondly and respectfully remembered for his strong support and dedication to Your Majesty, Your family and the United Kingdom. Personally, we hold many great memories of our meetings over the past decades. Not only his earnest commitment to social and environmental causes, but also his wit and humour impressed us deeply. The friendship that Your Majesty and His Royal Highness shared with my late parents still holds a special meaning for my family. Together with the people of Luxembourg, we send Your Majesty, Your family and the people of the United Kingdom our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Xavier Bettel

Malta

• Head of State - President George Vella
• "I learned with deep sorrow about the demise of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. On behalf of the People of #Malta, I convey my deepest sympathy & heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the members of the Royal Family & the People of UK."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Robert Abela
• "Truly saddened by the loss of Prince Philip, who made Malta his home and returned here so often. Our people will always treasure his memory. Our sincerest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and to the Royal Family."

Moldova

• Head of State - President Maia Sandu
• "I learned with great sadness about the passing of HRH Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh. May he rest in peace. My thoughts are with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in this moment of loss and sorrow. Deepest condolences to the Royal Family and the British people."
• Head of Government - Acting Prime Minister Aureliu Ciocoi
• "The members of the Government of Moldova join me in expressing deep sadness at the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip. Our most profound condolences to Her Majesty the Queen, the Members of the Royal family and the British people."

Monaco

• Head of State - Prince Albert
• "Your Majesty, I awas very sorry to learn this morning of the passing away of your deloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Allow me to express to you, the members of the Royal Family, and the British People, my most sincere condolences and my deep sympathy for your loss at this time of great sorrow. My family joins me in sending you ouru heartfelt thoughts and prayers." 
• Head of Government - Minister of State Pierre Dartout

Montenegro

• Head of State - President Milo Đukanović
• "The President of Montenegro, Milo Đukanović, sent, on behalf of the citizens of Montenegro and on his own behalf, a telegram with expressions of condolences to the British Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Zdravko Krivokapić

Netherlands

• Head of State - King Willem-Alexander 
• “It is with great respect that we remember His Royal Highness Prince Philip. Throughout his long life, he committed himself with dedication to the British people and to his many duties and responsibilities. His lively personality never ceased to leave an unforgettable impression. Our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and all the members of the Royal Family.”
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Mark Rutte
• "On behalf of the government I have sent my condolences to Prime Minister Boris Johnson on hearing the sad news of the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip. Our thoughts and sympathy are with Britain’s Royal Family and the British people at this time of mourning."

North Macedonia

• Head of State - President Stevo Pendarovski
• "On the occasion of the passing away of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, on behalf of the Macedonian citizens and on my personal behalf, I would like to express sincere condolences to Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth and to the British people."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Zoran Zaev
• "On behalf of the citizens and the Government of North Macedonia I would like to convey heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty The Queen Elisabeth II, her family and the people of UK on the passing of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh."

Norway

• Head of State - King Harald
• “Our thoughts are with Queen Elizabeth and the rest of her family. We also send our condolences to the British people"
• Head of Government -  Prime Minister Erna Solberg

Poland

• Head of State - President Andrzej Duda
• "It is with great sadness that I received the news of the death of Prince Philip. On my own behalf and on behalf of the Polish nation I would like to offer Her Majesty my sincerest condolences and sympathy.”
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki

Portugal

• Head of State - President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa
• Head of Government - Prime Minister António Costa

Romania

• Head of State - President Klaus Iohannis
• I learned with great sadness about the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. RO stands with the Royal Family & the British people in this time of sorrow, expressing our condolences & full confidence that history will honour the contribution of H.R.H.
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Florin Cîțu

San Marino

• Head of State & Government - Captain Regent Gian Carlo Venturini 
• Head of State & Government - Captain Regent Marco Nicolini

Serbia

• Head of State - President Aleksandar Vučić
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Ana Brnabić

Slovakia

• Head of State - President Zuzana Čaputová
• My condolences to Queen Elizabeth II. and the British royal family. Prince Phillip will be remembered as a man of commitment and public service. His Duke of Edinburgh Awards inspired millions of young people, including many young Slovaks, to great achievements.
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Eduard Heger

Slovenia

• Head of State - President Borut Pahor
• On behalf of the Republic of Slovenia, I address Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the citizens of the United Kingdom to offer my sincere condolences and sympathy on the death of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh.
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Janez Janša
• I express my deepest condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom on the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh.

Spain

• Head of State - King Felipe VI
• Dear Aunt Lilibet, We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our dear Uncle Philip. At this painful time, we would like to convey to you our deepest condolences on behalf of the Spanish Government and the people and all our closeness and support. We will never forget the occasions we were able to share with him and the legacy of service and dedication to the Crown and the United Kingdom that he always carried out at your side. Our thoughts and prayers are with Your Majesty and the whole family. 
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez
• “I send my condolences and those of the Government to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, to the entire Royal Family and to the British Government,”

Sweden

• Head of State - King Carl XVI Gustaf
• The Queen and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh. Prince Philip has been a great friend of our family for many years, a relation which we have deeply valued. His service to his country will remain an inspiration to us all. We offer our sincere condolences to Her Majesty The Queen, The Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom.
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Stefan Löfven

Switzerland

• Head of State - President Guy Parmelin
• It was with sadness that I learned of the death of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. For many years, the British people valued his reassuring presence and ready sense of humour. My thoughts and those of the Swiss people are with Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth, and her family.

Turkey

• Head of State & Government - President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
• Upon the passing of The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, spouse of Queen Elizabeth II, I convey my deepest condolences on behalf of my country and the Turkish nation. I share the sorrow of the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom.

Ukraine

• Head of State - President Volodymyr Zelensky
• "Deep condolences to The Royal Family. Irreparable loss for the British people. Ukraine grieves together with Great Britain. Prince Philip lived a great life to serve his people and to be an example for the future generations."
• Head of Government - Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal

United Kingdom (UK)

• Head of Government - Prime Minister Boris Johnson
• "It was with great sadness that a short time ago I received word from Buckingham Palace that His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh has passed away at the age of 99. Prince Philip earned the affection of generations here in the United Kingdom, across the Commonwealth and around the world. He was the longest serving consort in history, one of the last surviving people in this country to have served in the second world war at Cape Matapan, where he was mentioned in despatches for bravery and in the invasion of Sicily, where he saved his ship by his quick thinking and from that conflict he took an ethic of service that he applied throughout the unprecedented changes of the post war era. Like the expert carriage driver that he was he helped to steer the royal family and the monarchy so that it remains an institution indisputably vital to the balance and happiness of our national life. He was an environmentalist, and a champion of the natural world long before it was fashionable. With his Duke of Edinburgh awards scheme he shaped and inspired the lives of countless young people and at literally tens of thousands of events he fostered their hopes and encouraged their ambitions. We remember the Duke for all of this and above all for his steadfast support for Her Majesty The Queen. Not just as her consort, by her side every day of her reign, but as her husband, her “strength and stay”, of more than 70 years. And it is to Her Majesty, and her family, that our nation’s thoughts must turn today. Because they have lost not just a much-loved and highly respected public figure, but a devoted husband and a proud and loving father, grandfather and, in recent years, great-grandfather. Speaking on their golden wedding anniversary, Her Majesty said that our country owed her husband “a greater debt than he would ever claim or we shall ever know” and I am sure that estimate is correct. So we mourn today with Her Majesty The Queen. We offer our condolences to her and to all her family and we give thanks, as a nation and a Kingdom, for the extraordinary life and work of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh."

Vatican City (Holy See)

• Head of State - Pope Francis
• Saddened to learn of the death of your husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, His Holiness Pope Francis offers heartfelt condolences to Your Majesty and the member of the Royal Family. Recalling Prince Philip's devotion to his marriage and family, his distinguished record of public service and commitment to education and advancement of future generations, His Holiness commends him to the merciful love of Christ our Redeemer. Upon you and upon all who grieve his loss in the sure hope of the resurrection, The Holy Father invokes the Lord's blessings of consolation and peace.  
• Head of Government - Cardinal Giuseppe Bertello

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