Kuwait mourns Al-Sabah Family patriarch, KNG Chief Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah

Deputy PM, Defense and Interior Minister - Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah

First Deputy Prime Minister, Defense and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah extended on Monday heartfelt condolences to the political leadership of Kuwait on the passing of His Highness Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah, Chief of the Kuwait National Guard. In a statement, the ministry of defense conveyed Sheikh Fahad’s prayers for Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah and his sincere sympathies to His Highness the Amir, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and the entire Al-Sabah Family.

KNG Deputy Commander - Sheikh Faisal Al-Sabah

Deputy Commander of the Kuwait National Guard (KNG) Sheikh Faisal Al-Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, along with the National Guard Undersecretary Lieutenant General Hashem Al-Rifai, and others mourned the demise of the head of the KNG His Highness Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Salem Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah. In a press statement, the National Guard expressed deep pride and respect for Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah’s distinguished contributions to the establishment of the Kuwait National Guard and offered heartfelt sentiments and prayers.

GCC Secretary General - Jasem Al-Budaiwi

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Al-Budaiwi expressed on Monday his sincere condolences to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and Al-Sabah Family on the passing away of the commander of the Kuwait National Guard His Highness Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Salem Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah. The Secretary-General said that the deceased was one of the men who built the modern Kuwait, and a well-known symbol of giving and charity in Kuwait and abroad, and he made significant achievements and contributions in serving his country and people, leaving clear imprints on the path of development and charitable work in Kuwait. Al-Budaiwi prayed to Allah the Almighty to bestow His boundless mercy and forgiveness upon the deceased, and to grant his family strength, patience, and solace during this time of mourning.

French Ambassador - Claire Le Flecher

It is with great sadness that we received the news of the death of His Highness Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Salem Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, Chief of the National Guard. On behalf of the government and people of France, I extend my sincere heartfelt condolences and sincere sympathy to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah and to the honorable ruling Al-Sabah Family and the Kuwaiti people.

British Ambassador - Belinda Lewis

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of HH Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah, the Dean of the Al-Sabah Family. Sheikh Salem Al-Ali was a respected leader and a pillar of the Kuwaiti community. His dedication to public service, his unwavering commitment to the welfare of his people, and his contributions to the nation will be remembered with great respect and admiration. On behalf of the British Government, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to His Highness the Amir, the Al-Sabah Family and the people of Kuwait during this time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, and I am confident that Sheikh Salem Al-Ali’s legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

Italian Ambassador - Lorenzo Morini

We are deeply saddened to learn of the death of His Highness Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Salem Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, Chief of the National Guard and extend our deepest condolences to his family and the people of Kuwait. His Highness was a friend of Italy and a keen supporter of the deep and longstanding partnership between our two countries. We mourn his passing and remember his significant contributions to the development and progress of his country.

Iranian Ambassador - Mohammad Toutounchi

After a lifetime of dedication and service to Kuwait, we received with sorrow the news of the passing of HH Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah. He held a special place in our hearts and he served his country with utmost sincerity and wisdom, sacrificing everything for the development and prosperity of Kuwait. We extend our condolences to the honorable Al-Sabah Family and the brotherly Kuwaiti people on this great loss. We belong to Allah, and indeed to Him, we shall return.

Indian Ambassador - Dr Adarsh Swaika

I convey my deepest condolences to the Al-Sabah Family, the government and the people of Kuwait on the passing away of His Highness Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Salem Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, the Chief of National Guard of Kuwait and the oldest member of the Al-Sabah Family. His sad demise marks the departure of a prominent leader of Kuwait.