President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has sent a message of condolence to the King of Saudi Arabia, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud following the passing of his brother, Prince Mitteb Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

In his message, President Solih said that it was with deep sorrow that he learned of the passing of Prince Mitteb Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and offered his condolences to both the King himself and the son of the deceased prince, Prince Mansour bin Mitteb Bin Abdul Aziz.

“At the difficult time for Your Majesty's family I extend my deepest sympathies on behalf of the Maldivian government and people, who join me in praying that Allah (swt) grant Prince Mitteb's soul eternal peace in Jannat ul Firdous.” President Solih’s message said.