DUBAI: UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan observed iftar at the Dubai Mall along with senior members of the leadership, including Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
The iftar took place within the mall premises with members of the UAE leadership present, underscoring a message of unity, stability and resilience.
The meeting came amid regional tensions, with officials repeatedly stating that the country remains safe and secure.
Video circulating on social media showed the leaders moving around the venue, where shoppers met and greeted as they passed.
Many visitors seemed surprised to see UAE leaders on site.
In a widely shared moment, a visitor from Ghana expressed his excitement after meeting the President and described the meeting as memorable. The President exchanged a few brief words with him and wished him a pleasant stay.
The public’s presence drew attention inside the busy shopping destination, often described as one of the largest shopping centers in the world.
