Lebanon declares national mourning over Queen Elizabeth's death

Lebanon on Friday declared national mourning over the death of Queen Elizabeth II of Britain.

In a statement, caretaker PM and PM-designate Najib Mikati declared three days of national mourning from Friday to Sunday. The day of the funeral, September 18, will also be a national mourning day in Lebanon, the statement said.

The mourning entails “lowering flags to half-staff on public administrations and institutions and municipalities and adjusting radio and TV programs in a manner that suits this tragic event.”

British Ambassador to Lebanon Hamish Cowell meanwhile tweeted that the passing of the queen is “a moment of profound sadness.”

“All of us at the British Embassy send our heartfelt condolences to The Royal Family,” he said.

“We deeply appreciate the many messages of condolence from Lebanon's leaders and people & declaration of 3 days of mourning,” the ambassador added.