DUBAI: The President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, observed iftar at the Dubai Mall with senior members of the leadership, including the Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
The iftar took place at the mall with members of the UAE leadership in attendance, emphasizing a message of unity, stability and resilience.
The meeting came amid regional tensions, with officials repeatedly saying the country remains safe and secure.
Video circulating on social media showed the executives moving through the venue, with shoppers congregating and waving as they passed.
Many visitors seemed surprised to see the UAE leadership on site.
In a widely shared moment, a visitor from Ghana expressed excitement after meeting the president, describing the meeting as memorable. The chairman exchanged brief words with him and wished him an enjoyable stay.
The public presence drew attention inside the bustling shopping destination, often described as one of the world’s largest malls.
