Dubai declares ten days of mourning for Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Dubai announced a ten‑day period of official mourning following the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the youngest brother of the emirate’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The announcement was made by the Dubai government on Monday, directing that flags be flown at half‑mast on public buildings and that all official events be postponed or scaled back for the duration of the mourning period.

Sheikh Ahmed, a prominent member of the Al Maktoum family, was known for his involvement in various business and charitable initiatives within the United Arab Emirates. Tributes have been issued by regional leaders and members of the federal government, highlighting his contributions to the nation’s development. The ten‑day mourning period is expected to conclude on [date ten days from announcement], after which normal governmental and public activities will resume.