Dubai announces ten-day mourning period after death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid
Dubai will observe a ten-day official mourning period following the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the emirate’s deputy police chief.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who served as Deputy Chairman of Dubai Police and Public Security, died on Monday. The ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, ordered flags to be lowered to half-mast across the city for ten days. In a statement, Sheikh Mohammed expressed deep condolences and prayed for comfort for the royal family and close relatives.
Why it matters
The mourning period signals the importance of Sheikh Ahmed’s role in Dubai’s security and the royal family’s influence.
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