Condolences have been source of comfort: H.H. Sheikh Mohamed

File picture

The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan says the messages of support and condolences from people around the world following the death of Sheikh Khalifa have been a source of comfort.

In a Tweet, Sheikh Mohamed said the outpouring of support have helped the family as they mourn the late president.

"This response is a testament to his far-reaching impact and the respect that was felt for him both at home and abroad," Sheikh Mohamed tweeted on Wednesday.

Leaders and dignitaries from around the world have travelled to Abu Dhabi over the past few days to pay their respects to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who passed away on Friday, May 13.

Many others have also conveyed their condolences to Sheikh Mohamed via phone calls.

More from UAE

On Virgin Radio today

  • Non Stop Hits

    Midnight - 6:00am

    The UAE's #1 Hit Music Station with no interruptions

  • The Kris Fade Show

    6:00am - 10:00am

    Kris, Priti and Rossi host the UAE's biggest radio show. It's full of fun, laughs and it's Where The Stars Live.

Trending on Virgin Radio

  • If Craig David had a verse on Azizam

    The legendary Craig David joins The Kris Fade Show for an unforgettable chat!

  • ARN News Centre

    Get the latest UAE and world news from our award winning team of journalists. The ARN News Centre is the country's most trusted source of information.

  • Untold Dubai

    It arrived: The UAE's First Mega Music Festival at Expo City Dubai!

  • Middle East Hot 30

    Every weekend Kris Fade plays the biggest tracks in the Middle East. Check out this weeks chart...