Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah passed away at the age of 86, just over three years after assuming power. The cause of his death was not immediately disclosed. Crown Prince Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah, 83, was named as Sheikh Nawaf's successor. World leaders paid their respects and met the new ruler, Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah. The new Emir has been formally sworn in before parliament and accepted the cabinet resignation.
Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sworn in as #Kuwait’s new emir Read more: https://t.co/fHbY07ec4J https://t.co/4qsT51wkuf
ICYMI: Kuwait’s new Emir Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah assumes power after taking oath in the parliament. #Kuwait Read more: https://t.co/OvCvH5L8i9 https://t.co/CuNQvBHnnF
PM Modi tweets, "Greetings and felicitations to His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah for taking over as the Amir of the State of Kuwait. Confident that our relations will further strengthen in the coming years and the Indian community in Kuwait will continue to… https://t.co/NZZrupy53c
Greetings and felicitations to His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah for taking over as the Amir of the State of Kuwait. Confident that our relations will further strengthen in the coming years and the Indian community in Kuwait will continue to flourish.
Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah officially assumed the role of emir of Kuwait on Wednesday, taking an oath before the Kuwaiti National Assembly. Sheikh Mishal is the 17th ruler of the oil-rich Gulf state. https://t.co/GMClqGG5EQ
#Kuwait’s new Emir Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah accepts the cabinet resignation, the state news agency reports. https://t.co/UYLSX1zvrA https://t.co/rvlo3jtkft
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Kuwait’s new emir, Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Sabah, has been formally sworn in before parliament to begin his rule https://t.co/9MGKx844Hu https://t.co/veAoQ1Mq9H
Kuwait's new emir sworn in, demands comprehensive review https://t.co/FCiiLBUq0q https://t.co/mUcVDPmFrM
#Kuwait’s new Emir Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah, who took over when his predecessor died on December 16, has been formally sworn in before parliament. https://t.co/I9SFJPZ8SC https://t.co/65xxPvKi06
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, receives His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, to offer condolences on the passing of the late Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, in Kuwait. https://t.co/BEu3vwSI8V
US @SecDef Lloyd Austin arrived in #Kuwait on Sunday evening to pay respects after the passing of Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah, the late Emir of Kuwait. By: @sfrantzman https://t.co/maH7GZb1v3
Arriving in Kuwait, US Secretary of Defense, Lloyd Austin, is greeted by Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Salem Al-Sabah. Lloyd arrives to offer US condolences for Emir Sheikh Nawaf, who died on Saturday — Al-Monitor’s @JM_Szuba documents. https://t.co/ID8hNHXeJz
Kuwait's late Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah, who passed away on Saturday at the age of 86, has been laid to rest in a private funeral attended by select relatives https://t.co/N82xltwk8u https://t.co/FpYzqOCdDD
Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah was buried as world leaders made their way to pay their respects and meet Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah, the new ruler of the Gulf state https://t.co/77XhqHajhA https://t.co/78WSSyV2Fw
Emir Sheikh Nawaf laid to rest in Kuwait https://t.co/7mYw6B1sLv https://t.co/cZPn9CkoGm
His Highness Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al Jaber Al-Sabah dedicated his life to serving the Kuwaiti people – and to advancing peace and prosperity. To all who are mourning the Amir’s passing: I’m sending you my deepest condolences.
UAE leaders mourn death of Kuwait's ruler Sheikh Nawaf https://t.co/m7QShte39x
Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah died aged 86. Crown Prince Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah, 83, was named as Sheikh Nawaf's successor. He had been the country's de facto ruler since 2021, when the frail emir handed over most of his duties https://t.co/6ci4t4YFco https://t.co/no0IBINdas
Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Kuwait’s emir who tried to resolve long-standing political disputes that blocked attempts to improve the economy, has died https://t.co/3rQIk47pQc
Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah died on Saturday, aged 86, according to the royal court https://t.co/VFh3DXPi18
Deeply saddened to learn about the unfortunate demise of His Highness Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. We convey our deepest condolences to the Royal family, the leadership and the people of Kuwait.
Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah died on Saturday, aged 86, according to the royal court, just over three years after assuming power in the US-allied Gulf oil producer. The cause of his death was not immediately disclosed https://t.co/6ci4t4Zd1W https://t.co/XMuJ4TKuY2