Pope Francis has said that he is “saddened” by the death of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, former president of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi. In a message, the leader of the Catholic church sent his condolences to the newly appointed UAE president, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, and to the country’s people, … Read more
Iran stated its intention to strengthen ties with the United Arab Emirates after Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was elected president of the Gulf country following the death of his half-brother. Following the severance of ties between Iran and Gulf Arab heavyweight Saudi Arabia, a key ally of the Emirates, the two countries downgraded … Read more
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s long-time de facto ruler, was elected president on Saturday, official media reported, a day after former leader Sheikh Khalifa died. According to WAM news agency, the 61-year-old was unanimously elected by the Federal Supreme Council, becoming the ruler of the oil-rich country founded by his father in … Read more
World leaders have offered their condolences after the UAE announced the death of its President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed on Friday. US President Joe Biden paid tribute to Sheikh Khalifa, saying he “was a true partner and friend of the United States.” He continued: “We will honor his memory by continuing to strengthen the longstanding … Read more
DUBAI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Arif Alvi of Pakistan on the occasion of the Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed … Read more
Bahrain’s Prime Minister Sheikh Khalifa bin Salman al-Khalifa has passed away, the royal palace announced on Twitter. As per the details, the Premier was being treated at a Mayo Clinic hospital in the United States. The nature of treatment and the cause of the demise has not been revealed yet. According to sources, the burial … Read more
