In William Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet," Balthasar brings tragic news to Romeo: he informs him that Juliet is dead. This news is particularly devastating for Romeo, as he has not received the message from Friar Laurence explaining that Juliet's death is part of a plan to reunite them. Overcome with grief and despair, Romeo reacts intensely to Balthasar's news. He feels an overwhelming sense of loss and decides to go to Juliet's tomb, where he plans to take his own life to be with her in death. This impulsive reaction sets off a tragic chain of events that ultimately leads to the untimely deaths of both Romeo and Juliet.
What news does Balthasar bring to Romeo? How does Romeo react to this news?
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