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Will Hayward

Who wasn't invited to the Queen's funeral? The world leaders and nations who did not attend

The funeral of Elizabeth II drew the eyes of millions around the globe.

It was a moment in history that brought together some of the world's most important figures, including US president Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden along with France’s president Emmanuel Macron and India’s president Droupadi Murmu. Jacinda Ardern (prime minister of New Zealand), Anthony Albanese, (Australian prime minister), Jair Bolsonaro (Brazil’s president), Sergio Mattarell (Italy’s president) and Frank-Walter Steinmeier (president of Germany) also attended.

Just as interesting as those who were present is those who were not invited to the funeral, which marked the first time since 1760 that a monarch's funeral has been held at Westminster Abbey. Several world leaders have been snubbed, generally because their country's actions have made them a pariah in the international community. Here's who did not attend:

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