On Monday, September 21, Princess Lalla Meryem presided over a religious ceremony at the Mosque of Sunnah in Rabat to mark the 28th anniversary of the passing of King Hassan II. The ceremony featured the recitation of verses from the Holy Quran and the singing of prophetic hymns. On this occasion, prayers were offered for the late King Hassan II and King Mohammed V, seeking God's mercy and forgiveness.
The ceremony was attended by several high-ranking officials, including the Governor of Rabat, Mohamed Yaacoubi, and the President of the Rabat City Council, Fatima Ezzouhra El Moudni. Also in attendance were Khattar Majdioui, Director-General of National Cooperation, and Idris Razi, President of the Hassane district council. Upon her arrival, Princess Lalla Meryem reviewed a detachment of auxiliary forces that presented a salute.
During the ceremony, participants prayed for the late monarchs and sought God's protection for King Mohammed VI, Crown Prince Moulay Hassan, and the rest of the royal family. They also prayed for the King's continued success and guidance. The event was a testament to the Moroccan people's continued reverence for their late monarch.
King Mohammed VI sent a condolence message to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, following the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. In his message, the King expressed his deep sorrow and condolences to the UAE royal family.
Earlier, it was announced that King Mohammed VI would preside over a religious ceremony at the Mausoleum of Mohammed V in Rabat to commemorate the 28th anniversary of King Hassan II's passing. The ceremony was organized by the Ministry of Royal Palaces, Protocol, and Honors.
On a separate note, King Mohammed VI sent a congratulatory message to President Nayib Armando Bukele Ortiz of El Salvador on the occasion of his country's National Day. The King expressed his warmest congratulations and sincere wishes for the President's health and happiness, as well as the prosperity and progress of the Salvadoran people.
In a different development, the Moroccan artist Zaki Houari passed away, leaving behind a legacy in the country's artistic landscape. The Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication paid tribute to Houari, highlighting his contributions to Moroccan art and culture.
Key points
- Princess Lalla Meryem presided over a religious ceremony in Rabat to mark the 28th anniversary of King Hassan II's passing.
- The ceremony featured the recitation of Quranic verses and prophetic hymns, and prayers were offered for the late monarchs.
- King Mohammed VI sent condolences to the UAE royal family and congratulations to the President of El Salvador on his country's National Day.
