King Charles had chosen his trusted brother for an important mission and the Duke of Edinburgh had dutifully carried it out for the royal family.
Prince Edward has made an urgent trip to the Middle East on behalf of the King to pay his respects following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, the former monarch of Qatar.
The Qatari 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 his condolences to His Highness on the death of His Highness Prince Father Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, at Lusail Palace,” read a statement from the Amiri Diwan of the State of Qatar alongside photos of the meeting.
Meanwhile, Buckingham Palace had also shared a statement when the news of the Qatari royal’s death was announced.
King Charles and Queen Camilla were “deeply saddened to learn” of the death of Father Amir of the State of Qatar.
They praised the deceased for devoting 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 in Qatar and around the world,” they said, before concluding by offering their condolences to the family.
“The thoughts and prayers of the Royal Family are with all those who mourn their loss.”
