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‘Deeply saddened’: India condoles death of Dubai ruler’s brother, Sheikh Ahmed

Sheikh Ahmed, the younger brother of UAE vice president and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, died on Monday at the age of 76.

‘Deeply saddened’: India condoles death of Dubai ruler’s brother, Sheikh Ahmed

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the younger brother of Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Sheikh Ahmed, who lived to the age of 76, was lauded for his significant service to society. Dubai has declared a period of 10 days of official mourning in his memory.

In a heartfelt message on social media, Modi conveyed condolences to the Royal Family and the people of Dubai, hoping his soul finds eternal peace.

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