Emirates' Rulers greet Saudi King on successful Hajj season

Messages from the Rulers of the Emirates
The messages were sent by Their Highnesses Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi of Fujairah, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla of Umm Al Quwain, and Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi of Ras Al Khaimah.
Congratulations from crown princes and deputy rulers
Their Highnesses crown princes and deputy rulers also sent similar congratulatory messages to King Salman, sharing in the celebration of the successful Hajj season.

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