King Charles had chosen his trusted brother for an important mission and the Duke of Edinburgh had diligently carried it out for the royal family.
Prince Edward made an urgent trip to the Middle East on behalf of the King to pay his respects on the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, the former monarch of Qatar.
Qatar’s royal family recognized Edward and shared photos of the meeting with the king’s brother.
“His Highness Prince Al-Mafdi receives His Royal Highness Prince Edward Duke of Edinburgh, who offered condolences to His Highness on the death of His Highness Prince Father Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, at Lusail Palace,” reads a statement from the Amiri Diwan of the State of Qatar along with photographs of the meeting.
Meanwhile, Buckingham Palace also shared a statement when news of the Qatari royal’s death broke.
King Charles and Queen Camilla were “deeply saddened to learn” of the passing of Father Amir of the State of Qatar.
They praised the deceased for dedicating many years of “distinguished service” to his nation and guiding it through “a transformative period in its history.”
“His leadership, vision and commitment to the well-being of the Qatari people were widely admired, both within Qatar and around the world,” they said, concluding by offering their condolences to the family.
“The thoughts and prayers of the Royal Family are with all those who mourn their loss.”
