Friday, Jordan declared official mourning and flags at half-mast for three days after death of UAE President, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, according to a statement issued by Prime Minister Bishr Al-Khasawneh.

The Royal Hashemite Court mourned the passing of United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and by His Majesty King Abdullah’s orders, the Royal Hashemite Court has announced 40 days of mourning over Sheikh Khalifa’s passing, as of Friday.

The Royal Hashemite Court expressed the deepest sympathies of King Abdullah and the people of Jordan, as they stand with the people of the United Arab Emirates in these difficult times.