Pakistan, Sept. 21 -- Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, brother of Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has died, according to media reports.

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The death of Sheikh Ahmed was followed by the announcement of a 10-day official mourning period in Dubai. Authorities announced the mourning period following the reported death.

Flags on government buildings across Dubai will be flown at half-mast during the mourning period. The measure will begin on Monday, according to the reports.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the ruler of Dubai and also serves as the vice president and prime minister of the United Arab Emirates. Sheikh Ahmed was his brother.

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