Sheikh Khalifa’s condition stable as he recovers from stroke

The ministry announces that President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan suffered a stroke on Friday morning, January 24,” it said, according to the state news agency Wam.

“He immediately underwent a surgical operation. His health is now stable. May God safeguard him and grant him a quick recovery.”

Social media was flooded with messages from Emiratis and expatriates offering prayers and good wishes for Sheikh Khalifa.