Late UAE President mourned

Manama, May 13 (BNA): The Arab and Islamic nations have lost UAE President, HH Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, who passed away today after a life full of dedication and achievements to his country, placing it among developed countries. The UAE Ministry of Presidential Affairs mourned the late President’s death, and declared a 40-day state mourning with the flags flown at half-mast starting today. It also that work will be suspended at all UAE ministries, departments, and federal, local and private entities for three days, starting Saturday. His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa mourned the passing of the late HH Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, affirming that the late President has dedicated his life to serving his country and the Arab and Islamic nations, as well as the entire humanity. Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, mourned the death of late HH Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al-Nahyan. "The UAE has lost a loyal son, and the leader of its blessed empowerment journey, whose achievements, wisdom, giving and efforts are embodied in every corner of our country. Khalifa bin Zayed, my brother, supporter and mentor, may Allah Almighty grant you eternal peace,” HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed said in his Twitter account. Kings, princes, presidents, prime ministers and senior officials from various countries mourned the passing of the UAE President, HH Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, which proves their respect for the deceased, and their appreciation for his landmark achievements that benefited not only the UAE people, but also most peoples of the world.