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March 08, 2025 • By KWD
An official announcement from Kuwait's Amiri Diwan mourning the passing of Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and declaring a 40-day period of national mourning.
Key Takeaways
- Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Amir of Kuwait, has passed away.
- The Amiri Diwan extended condolences to Kuwait, Arab and Islamic regions, and the world.
- Kuwait observed 40 days of mourning following the Amir's death.
- Normal government work resumed on Sunday, October 4th, 2020.
- The announcement was made with expressions of sadness and prayer for the deceased's soul.
With great sadness and sorrow, the Amiri Diwan mourns the passing of His Highness, the late Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah
The Amiri Diwan expresses condolences and commiserations to the people of the state of Kuwait, Arab and Islamic regions and the world, praying for mercy on the soul of the deceased.
We would be observing 40 days of mourning and would resume work on Sunday, 4th October 2020.
Frequently Asked Questions
His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of Kuwait, passed away.
Kuwait observed 40 days of mourning following the Amir's passing.
Government work resumed on Sunday, October 4th, 2020.
The Amiri Diwan, Kuwait's royal administrative office, made the official announcement.
Condolences were expressed to the people of Kuwait, Arab and Islamic regions, and the world.
