Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid receives condolences over death of Sheikh Ahmed in phone call with Emir of Qatar
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, received condolences over the death of his brother, Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid , in a phone call on Saturday with Sheikh Tamim, Emir of Qatar. Sheikh Tamim shared his sincere sympathies and called for the Dubai Ruler and his family to be granted patience and solace, state news agency Wam reported. Sheikh Mohammed thanked the Emir of…
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, conveyed his condolences following the death of his brother Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid, according to a phone conversation with Sheikh Tamim, the Emir of Qatar. Sheikh Tamim expressed his deepest sympathies and requested patience and comfort for Sheikh Mohammed and his family. Sheikh Mohammed acknowledged Qatar's supportive message as one of numerous tributes from leaders across the Gulf and the world.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman conveyed similar condolences to Sheikh Mohammed by phone. Ten days of mourning were declared in Dubai on Monday after the passing of Sheikh Ahmed, who had been honored for his decades of service to Dubai. Sheikh Mohammed led the funeral prayer for his brother at Zabeel Grand Mosque, attended by his sons Sheikh Hamdan, Crown Prince of Dubai, and Sheikh Maktoum, Minister of Finance.
The following day, crowds of volunteers assembled at Dubai World Trade Centre to assist in preparing over ten million meals for Gazans for a major humanitarian effort named in Sheikh Ahmed's memory. This initiative, known as the Ahmed bin Rashid Humanitarian Bridge, marked a significant contribution to the UAE's ongoing commitment to aiding Palestinians impacted by the ongoing conflict.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and CEO of Emirates airline, joined senior officials at the event. "Throughout his life, the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid was a symbol of generosity, humility, and unwavering dedication to Dubai and the UAE," Sheikh Mohammed remarked. Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Global Initiatives, commended the event as an embodiment of the Emirates' enduring values.
He emphasized Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid's pivotal role in the UAE's national development since the inception of the nation, praising his distinguished contributions and substantial social impact.
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