Condolence Statement ••••• Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi extends his sincerest condolences and deepest sympathy to the United Arab Emirates, its leadership, government, and people, on the passing of the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, brother of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The Prime Minister also expresses his sincere condolences and sympathy to the family of the deceased, praying to Almighty Allah to grant him His vast mercy and forgiveness, a place in Paradise, and patience and solace to his loved ones. Indeed, to Allah we belong and to Him we shall return. ••••• Media Office of the Prime Minister September 21, 2026