President Donald Trump called Britain's Queen Elizabeth II "a great and wonderful woman" on Twitter, after the Queen recorded a rare televised address to the nation broadcast on Sunday, EDNews reports citing CNN.

The Queen typically only speaks to the public during her annual Christmas message, or when there is a new parliament installed.

President Donald Trump called Britain's Queen Elizabeth II "a great and wonderful woman" on Twitter, after the Queen recorded a rare televised address to the nation broadcast on Sunday.

A great & wonderful woman! https://t.co/6ivEcwk12Z

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 5, 2020

The Queen typically only speaks to the public during her annual Christmas message, or when there is a new parliament installed.

She urged unity and offered reassurance for the nation during her speech.

"Together we are tackling this disease, and I want to reassure you that if we remain united and resolute, then we will overcome it," the Queen said. " I hope in the years to come everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge."

She thanked those who were staying at home and following social distancing rules, as well as frontline workers and medical staff.