Dubai announces 10 days of mourning for Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Dubai has declared a ten-day period of official mourning following the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the younger brother of the emirate’s ruler. The announcement was made by the Ruler’s Court, which directed that flags be flown at half-mast throughout the mourning period. Sheikh Ahmed, who passed away on Monday morning, was mourned by his brother Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

In a message on X, Sheikh Mohammed expressed his grief and prayers for his brother’s soul. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister, also paid tribute to his uncle, praying for his soul’s mercy and forgiveness.