Manama: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain has sent a cable of condolences and sympathy to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

In the cable, King Hamad expressed his sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and extended his sympathies to the Al Maktoum family.

The Bahraini monarch prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the deceased His abundant mercy and forgiveness, admit him into Paradise, and bless Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and the Al Maktoum family with patience, solace and strength during their time of bereavement.