UK Queen Elizabeth II turns 94; traditional gun salutes cancel due to lockdown

London: The UK’s Queen Elizabeth II on Tuesday turned 94 amid an ongoing lockdown in the country due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Monarch is adhering to social distancing rules at Windsor Castle in Berkshire with husband of 72 years, Prince Philip, and a reduced househould for their protection, reports the metro newspaper. Last week, the Queen had asked to cancel the traditional gun salutes to mark her birthday for the very first time during her 68-year reign. (IANS)

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