Queen Elizabeth Diagnosed With COVID-19

On Sunday, Buckingham Palace made a startling announcement.

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Queen Elizabeth II had tested positive for COVID-19.

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Twitter was flooded with cries of God Save The Queen, which started trending.

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Buckingham Palace said that the Queen is experiencing “mild cold-like symptoms.”

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However, she is expected to carry out “light duties” at Windsor Castle in the days ahead.

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Britain’s longest-reigning monarch is now 95 years old.

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It was reported that the Queen is fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

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The palace added that “she will continue to receive medical attention.”

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They added that they “will follow all the appropriate guidelines.”

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