Title: King Charles Reflects on His Mother's Passing: A Moment of Great Sorrow

The new British King Charles described the death of his mother, former Queen Elizabeth II, as "a moment of great sorrow." King Charles ascended to the throne of Britain following the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth, on Thursday, at the age of 96. With the death of Queen Elizabeth, her eldest son Charles (73 years old) automatically becomes the King of Britain and leader of the Commonwealth, which includes 14 other countries, such as Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Buckingham Palace announced that flags will be flown at half-mast in mourning for the death of Queen Elizabeth II.