The Prince of Wales has described how he was left "utterly heartbroken" by the "tragic story" of the 13-year-old Muslim boy who died alone after contracting Covid-19.

Charles's comments were made in a video message to mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims fast from dawn till sunset.

He also praised followers of Islam working in the NHS or as key workers, and sympathised with the families of Muslim doctors and nurses whose loved ones had died after testing positive for coronavirus.

With the country in Covid-19 lockdown, the message formed part of a virtual Iftar - the communal breaking of the fast - organised by two organisations with links to the Muslim community.

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