Dubai has declared an official 10-day mourning period following the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the younger brother of the emirate’s Ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Sheikh Ahmed died on Monday, September 21, 2026, at the age of 76. The Dubai Ruler’s Court announced the news and directed that flags fly at half-mast on all government and national buildings throughout the mourning period.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum paid a personal tribute to his late brother, praying for God’s mercy, and saying that although he is absent, he remains in their prayers and hearts. Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed also expressed deep sorrow and offered condolences to the family.
Sheikh Ahmed served as Deputy Chairman of Dubai Police and Public Security. He also chaired the Al Wasl Football Club and led major real estate and business investments through A.R.M. Holding and the Dubai Real Estate Centre.
A graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United Kingdom, he previously commanded Dubai’s Central Military Region and made significant contributions to the emirate’s security, sporting and business sectors.
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