Diplomats were hoping to calm matters - they will be looking at events with dismay.
The King and prime minister add tributes to heartfelt memories from co-stars like Daniel Radcliffe.
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Omar Al Fayed says the allegations have "thrown into question the loving memory I had of him".
The King and prime minister add tributes to heartfelt memories from co-stars like Daniel Radcliffe.
One of Britain's best loved performers who was as much at home with comedy as with drama.
The unofficial event has been compared to other viral flops, including the Wonka experience.
Just Stop Oil supporters have thrown soup over two Van Gogh paintings in central London.