The Queen is renowned for her affinity for the United States, having maintained close relationships with practically all of its presidents over her reign and often providing a hand during times of need.
Today, though, it was the Americans’ chance to wish Her Majesty well as she suffers another round of health difficulties.
As she lay in her bed in Balmoral, the news networks set aside their domestic agendas and broadcast nonstop updates on her fight.
For the first time in months, networks set aside their political and personal differences to express their condolences and honor her wonderful life.
The majority of American newspapers covered the story accurately, reporting the facts as they emerged throughout the morning.
Others, however, provided perspective on the gravity of the situation by interviewing US-based expatriates on what it implies for the country and the world.
Sarah Hewson, a royal correspondent for the Washington Post, heard a sad remark: ‘She represents more than just the monarchy; she is the one the nation always looks to.’
Journalists from throughout the United States also broke the news via social media, with some tweeting adoring photos of the monarch with the remark, “God save the Queen.”
In the meantime, media outlets from all around the world extended their condolences to the king, with newspapers and websites sharing the distressing news with their audiences.
Doctors described the 96-year-old Queen as ‘comfortable’ after seeing her this morning, hours after she was urged to rest instead of attending a Privy Council meeting on Zoom last night.
Children and grandchildren of Her Majesty have raced to Balmoral after doctors disclosed they are ‘concerned’ about the monarch’s health and are keeping her under medical monitoring.
The Fox News network This morning on Fox & Friends, host Carley Shimkus stated, “One thing about Queen Elizabeth is that she has led such an extraordinary life.”
As CNN broadcast updates, a British journalist reported from outside Buckingham Palace in the heart of London.
The Washington Post established a live blog and widely covered the issue as details regarding her condition emerged from Britain.
This morning, the New York Times featured the item prominently on its website for several hours.
The Fox News network This morning, Fox and Friends host Carley Shimkus stated on the program, “Queen Elizabeth has led such an extraordinary life.”
She is an aging member of the royal family who has left such a powerful and positive impression.
Despite her age, she appears to be quite healthy and full of vitality, but because of her age, you wonder when this could change.
Everyone in the United States wishes her the best of luck.
An MSNBC host stated, “The impact Queen Elizabeth has made on her country cannot be overstated. She is the monarch with the longest reign, 70 years, and certainly…
A few days ago, you saw a photograph of her with the new prime minister, so the news is quite unexpected.
The Fox News website published many articles on her health scare, along with a photograph of her and an airplane landing at the airport in Scotland.
MSNBC also reported on the Queen’s health, with the anchor pictured in front of the White House as she discussed the matter.
The morning news was also prominent on CBS, with the anchor discussing at length what the update implies for Britain’s future.
MSNBC then showed archival footage of Her Majesty with Prince Charles while an interviewee discussed the royal family.
CNBC’s morning programming featured the Queen as one of its top items, but centered on the Federal Reserve and Dow Jones equities.
Anderson Cooper from CNN said: ‘Obviously this is a family with many ups and downs, plainly it looks all members of this family are wanting to go to Balmoral and all be there together.’
Max Foster responded, “Prince William and Prince Harry have not done anything together since erecting Diana’s memorial at Kensington Palace.”
“There is a tremendous split there, but Harry, Meghan, and William are now all headed in the same direction; they have put their differences behind them.”
There is profound mistrust, and they are physically avoiding each other.
The fact that they went up there together demonstrates the urgency of the situation… Additionally, Meghan has a lot of friction with other family members, yet they are all present.
Christiane Amanpour, CNN’s chief international anchor, added, “Her reign is much longer than many of our lives.”
“It is remarkable. On the Buckingham Palace balcony the last time we saw her there doing her regal thing was during the celebration of that Platinum Jubilee.’
She continued, ‘The folks here were quite appreciative for the opportunity to see her. Her reign’s history is also tremendous since it began practically by accident.’
Since erecting Diana’s tomb at Kensington Palace, Prince William and Prince Harry have not collaborated on any projects, according to Max Foster.
The Washington Post’s website even featured a webcam of the front of Buckingham Palace and Balmoral while British citizens awaited news.
The CBS Mornings broadcast split their screen to demonstrate that their website was full of royal updates while simultaneously displaying a photo of her waving at a previous occasion.
The CBS News website highlighted the Queen’s health issues with a straightforward headline and an embedded video from the broadcast discussing it.
Good Morning America hosts also discussed the subject live on air while journalists reacted to the significance of the news.
Carla Rogner, a reporter for Rochester’s 13WHAM, tweeted with a heart symbol, “Long live the queen!”
Photographer Nigel Barker of New York City stated, “My thoughts and prayers are with Her Majesty the Queen and her family.”
If these are the Queen’s final days, I’m pleased she’s at Balmoral, wrote Alabama-based author Dana Hall McCain.
It is evident that she felt more at home there than she ever did in Buckingham Palace.
I hope that there are at least six corgis surrounding her.
Host for News 8 Ally Peters from Rochester remarked, “Thinking of the Queen and her family this morning.”
Misha Di Bono, a journalist on Fox5, tweeted alongside a praying and heart emoji, “Long live the Queen.”
Media sources from around the world also shared the news with their audiences, with the majority providing updates as they became available and others providing opinion on the queen and her life.
On Thursday, newspapers across the Commonwealth – from Canada to Australia – and Europe – including France, Spain, Germany, and Italy – as well as countless more worldwide, informed their readers of the news. Pictured: Thursday, the Sydney Morning Herald of Australia reports that the queen is receiving medical care.
The Toronto Star informs its readers that doctors are ‘concerned’ about the Queen’s health in Canada.
On Thursday, Bild, a tabloid in Germany, covered ‘concern for the queen’ on its website.
La Repubblica, an Italian publication, stated that the Queen’s family is gathering at Balmoral castle in Scotland.
The Spanish newspaper El Pais says that physicians have expressed “grave concern” regarding the health of the Queen.
Tuesday, the Spanish publication La Vanguardia also included a photograph of the Queen at Balmoral Castle.
The Italian news agency Ansa published the same image as Bild and several other newspapers. Like Bild’s Ana’s headline, which reported that ‘all the children (are) at her bedside’ and broke the news of the health concerns surrounding The Queen’s condition.
Thursday shows the homepage of The Times of India in India.
Left: The French publication Le Monde states that the United Kingdom is “suspended” due to The Queen’s health. TV2 in Norway describes an expert as describing the situation as “very dramatic.”
After being advised to rest, the queen canceled a meeting with her senior political advisors on Wednesday. The day prior, Queen met with outgoing prime minister Boris Johnson at her Scottish Highlands hideaway, Balmoral, and appointed his successor, Liz Truss.
Several European tabloids published a photo of the Queen smiling as she waited to meet with Truss on Tuesday.
The monarch, photographed with a walking stick at Scotland’s Balmoral Castle’s drawing room, was beaming in anticipation of the event.
Bild, a German tabloid, displayed the phrase “fear for the queen” on its website Thursday, with a photograph. Similarly, the Italian news agency Ansa published the identical image. Like Bild’s Ana’s headline, which reported that ‘all the children (are) at her bedside’ and broke the news of the health concerns surrounding The Queen’s condition.
The French publication Liberation chose a photograph of the Queen seated on the throne. Thursday afternoon, it was announced that Prince Harry and his wife Meghan were en route to Balmoral Castle.
French newspaper Le Figaro’s Thursday headline said, “Queen Elizabeth II’s doctors are “worried” about her health.”
Thursday’s front page of the French newspaper Liberation includes a portrait of the Queen seated on the throne.
Le Parisien stated that Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle were traveling to Balmoral in Scotland.
THE NETHERLANDS: According to the Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf, the Queen’s family was by her side amidst health concerns.
PORTUGAL: The website Expresso publishes an article about the protocol in place should the Queen’s reign come to an end.
Germany’s Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung reports that the United Kingdom is concerned about Queen Elizabeth II.
The Swedish news outlet Aftonbladet reportedly said that the Queen’s “entire family” was en route to her bedside. In addition, it was reported that the BBC had ceased its regular programming.
Thursday in the United States, the New York Times homepage is seen.
The Los Angeles Times informs its readers that the Queen’s doctors have placed her “under surveillance.”
United States newspapers have joined their British counterparts in prominently displaying news about the Queen on their websites. The New York Times published an article documenting the number of Prime Ministers who have “came and gone” during the Queen’s lengthy reign, with Liz Truss being the most recent.
Fox News said that physicians had delivered ‘disturbing news’ regarding the Queen’s health, while the Washington Post stated that her relatives had rushed to her side.
In a statement released by the White House on Thursday, U.S. president Joe Biden said that his and his wife’s “thoughts are solidly and squarely” with the Queen.
John Kirby, a White House spokesman for national security, stated, “His and the first lady’s thoughts are with the Queen and her family at this time.”
Jane Hartley, the U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom, extended Her Majesty her “thoughts and prayers.” She stated, “I join the people of the United Kingdom, the United States, and throughout the globe in expressing our thoughts and prayers to Her Majesty The Queen and her family.”
Mitch McConnell, the Republican leader of the U.S. Senate, stated, “The queen is a model of steady leadership and a globally adored figure.” She has historically been a close ally of the United States.
The decades of her reign have witnessed a profound deepening of the special relationship between our two nations, which has literally altered the course of history. Our thoughts and prayers are with the queen, the royal family, and all of our friends in the United Kingdom,’ he added.
Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau stated, “My prayers and the thoughts of all Canadians are with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at this time.” We wish her well and extend our best wishes to the Royal Family.
David Hurley, the governor-general of Australia, stated, “Following news from Buckingham Palace, and on behalf of all Australians, our thoughts and prayers are with Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal family at this time.”
Thursday, Buckingham Palace released the following statement: ‘Following this morning’s additional evaluation, the queen’s physicians are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have advised that she remain under medical monitoring.
The palace stated that the queen remains comfortable and at Balmoral.
Unusual is the palace’s declaration regarding the queen’s health.
Robert Hardman, a royal critic and novelist, told the BBC, “The palace does not publish updates on the queen’s health unless it’s significant.”
In February, she was incapacitated by a case of Covid, which she admitted left her “exhausted.”
Officially, the palace has stated that the queen has been experiencing ‘episodic mobility challenges’ but has provided no other information.
Thursday afternoon in Belgium, the webpage of De Morgen, a Flemish-language daily, is seen.
On Thursday, the website of the Italian newspaper Corriere Della Sera was viewed.
Russian news agencies also carried the news. RIA Novosti, the Russian state news agency, reported on Thursday that Queen Elizabeth’s children “came to her castle.”
At October 2021, she spent an unplanned night in a central London hospital and was told to slow down.
She has withdrawn from ceremonial events and delegated additional responsibilities to Charles, including the State Opening of Parliament and the Trooping the Colour military march to celebrate her official birthday.
Prior to Thursday’s statement, Truss and senior members of her team in parliament received notes, causing them to leave the chamber.
Truss tweeted almost shortly thereafter, ‘The entire nation will be gravely alarmed by the news from Buckingham Palace this lunchtime,’ she added.
At this time, my thoughts, along with those of the entire United Kingdom, are with Her Majesty The Queen and her family.