Three countries have reportedly not been invited to attend Queen Elizabeth II's funeral.
Her Majesty died on Thursday, September 8 and the nation is currently in a period of mourning. Her funeral will take place on Monday, September 19 - however three countries will not be invited.
PA reported that Russia, Belarus and Myanmar have not received invites. Meanwhile Iran will only be represented at an ambassadorial level, Whitehall sources said.
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Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the funeral, although Russians “respect” the queen “for her wisdom". Despite the tenuous relationship between Russia and the United Kingdom, the Russian president still paid his condolences to The Queen.
In a message to Britain's new king, Charles III, Putin said the Queen "rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects, as well as authority on the world stage". He added: "I wish you courage and resilience in the face of this difficult, irreparable loss. May I ask you to pass on sincere condolences and support to members of the royal family and the entire people of Great Britain."
The UK, along with its Western allies, has sought to isolate Russia and its ally Belarus on the world stage with economic sanctions and other measures in response to Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
According to the BBC, invites have been sent to the heads of state of most countries with which Britain has diplomatic relations. About 500 foreign dignitaries are expected to attend the funeral in London on Monday.
A host of world leaders from U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, to the prime ministers of Canada, Australia and New Zealand have all confirmed attendance for the event, likely to be one of Britain's largest diplomatic gatherings in years.
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