Statement by the Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt

The Arab Republic of Egypt mourns Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber al-Sabah, who passed away today, Saturday, December 16, 2023. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and the Egyptian people mourn the leader and the great man, who had been a staunch supporter of his Arab and Islamic nations, committed to their affairs, wise in his leadership; he was a leader who displayed great effort and generosity toward his country and to the Arab and Islamic nations.

The Arab Republic of Egypt declares a three-day mourning period across the Republic. We pray Allah Almighty to bestow His mercy upon the late Amir and endow patience and solace on the brotherly people of Kuwait.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency, The Arab Republic of Egypt.