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Tuesday, May 23, 2017 10:44am ET by  

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The Queen holds a minute's silence for Ariana Grande Manchester Arena victims

The Queen will hold a minute's silence at Buckingham Palace at 4pm today, out of respect for all the victims of the Manchester Arena terror attack last night (May 22) during an Ariana Grande concert.

Three victims have so far been named, including an eight year old girl.

Saffie Roussos, 8; Georgina Callander, 18; and John Atkinson 23, are those who have been identified so far. Many families are still waiting for news about their loved ones. 

Scooter Braun, the manager for Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber said:

"Tonight, our hearts are broken. Words cannot express our sorrow for the victims and families harmed in this senseless attack. We mourn the lives of children and loved ones taken by this cowardly act.

"We ask all of you to hold the victims, their families, and all those affected in your hearts and prayers."

The explosion occurred at 10.33pm as fans were leaving the concert venue.

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