Queen Elizabeth II has sent a message of condolence following the passing of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi on social media, stating he ‘devoted his life to serving the people of the United Arab Emirates and his relationship with its allies and friends’.

Images via @crownchronicles on Twitter

In the statement, The Queen added: ‘he will be long remembered by all who work for regional stability, understanding between nations and between faiths, and for the conservation cause’

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She sent a message of condolence to HH Sheikh Khalifa’s brother and now ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

The Queen has sent a message of condolence following the passing of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi:

— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) May 13, 2022

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