DUBAI (WAM) 

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, received condolences from His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the sisterly State of Qatar, over the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, during a telephone call on Saturday.


During the call, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad expressed his sincere condolences and sympathy to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, praying to Allah Almighty to bestow His mercy and forgiveness upon the deceased, grant him a place in Paradise, and grant the Al Maktoum family patience and solace.

For his part, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid expressed his appreciation to  His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad for his condolences and sincere fraternal sentiments.