UAE Rulers Send Condolences to Saudi King After Fatal Helicopter Crash
The Supreme Council members and rulers of the seven emirates have each dispatched separate messages of condolence to Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz following the deaths of two National Guard officers in a reconnaissance helicopter crash.
Condolences from Each Ruler
The messages were sent personally by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla of Umm Al Qaiwain, and Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi of Ras Al Khaimah.
Crash Details
The accident occurred in the Najran region of Saudi Arabia, according to official accounts. The helicopter was on a reconnaissance mission when it went down, leading to the loss of the two officers.
Responses from Deputies and Crown Princes
The Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers of the same emirates also sent similar messages of condolence to King Salman, extending their sympathies to the Saudi royal family and the people of the kingdom.
