Robert Trump, the youngest brother of President Donald Trump, has died aged 71, after becoming seriously ill at a New York City hospital.

"It is with heavy heart I share that my wonderful brother, Robert, peacefully passed away tonight," Mr Trump said in a statement.

"He was not just my brother, he was my best friend. He will be greatly missed, but we will meet again.

"His memory will live on in my heart forever. Robert, I love you. Rest in peace."

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