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World lost a great symbol of humanity with passing of Queen Elizabeth II: Bahrain King

TDT | Manama

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The world has lost “a great symbol of humanity, wisdom and tolerance” with the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, said His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

HM King also ordered flags to be flown at half-mast for three days in Bahrain.

In a message, His Majesty expressed deepest condolences and wished the deceased mercy and HM King Charles III, the Royal Family and the British people solace and fortitude.

His Majesty paid homage to the late monarch, hailing her longstanding friendship with Bahrain.

King Hamad recalled her outstanding role in consolidating ties, solid friendship and deep-rooted relations of friendship binding the United Kingdom and Bahrain.

HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, also send similar condolence messages to King Charles III.

His Royal Highness noted the Queen’s defining contribution to fostering close and distinguished relations between Bahrain and the United Kingdom.

HRH also commended Her Majesty’s lifetime of selfless service to the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, and their people.