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      Who is Rajwa Al Saif? Everything we know about Crown Prince Hussein’s fiancée

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      3 mins ago

      The Jordanian royals are celebrating the second engagement in the family this year.
      Crown Prince Hussein announced the joyous news of his engagement to Rajwa Al Saif on Wednesday, just five weeks after his sister, Princess Iman became engaged to New York financier Jameel Alexander Thermiotis.
      While congratulations are undoubtedly flowing in for the newly engaged couple, little is actually known about Crown Prince Hussein’s bride-to-be.
      With that, Emirates Woman explores what we know, so far, about the future wife of the Jordanian Crown Prince.

      Who is Rajwa Al Saif?
      According to Jordanian news outlet Roya News, Rajwa Al Saif was born in Riyadh on April 28, 1994 and is currently 28 years old.
      The bride-to-be is the youngest of four children, including Faisal, Naif, Dana and Rajwa, born to parents Khalif bin Musaed Al Saif and Azza Al Sudairi.
      The Al Saif family’s heritage dates back to the Subai tribe in the town of  Al-Attar in Sudair, Najd, Saudi Arabia, where ancestors are known to have been the sheikhs of the town.
      Rajwa’s father, who resides in Riyadh, has established himself as a well-reputed businessman over the years.
      Life & career
      Rajwa was born and raised in Saudi Arabia where she completed her secondary education.
      She then moved to New York to attend university at the College of Architecture at Syracuse University. However, little is known about her career after graduating from the university.
      The engagement
      The announcement was made via a Twitter post by the Royal Hashemite Court on Wednesday, August 17, 2022. The post congratulated the couple and showcased a series of images of the family together to mark the special occasion.

      The Royal Hashemite Court is pleased to announce the engagement of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to Ms Rajwa Khaled bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al Saif, and extends its sincere congratulations on this occasion pic.twitter.com/LRIq61PtRB
      — RHC (@RHCJO) August 17, 2022

      The statement said, “The Royal Hashemite Court is pleased to announce the engagement of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to Ms. Rajwa Khaled bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al Saif, on Wednesday, 17 August 2022, in the presence of Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Al Abdullah.”
      Queen Rania also shared a personal congratulations to her son and his bride-to-be following the announcement.
      “I didn’t this it was possible to hold so much joy in my heart! Congratulations to my eldest Prince Hussein and his beautiful bride-to-be, Rajwa,” she said on Instagram, also sharing photos from the engagement.
      The family posed with wide smiles in several portrait shots as the royal couple stood with their future daughter-in-law after the ceremony.
      With not just one but two engagements in the family this year, Her Royal Highness Princess Iman bin Abdullah II announced her engagement to Jameel Alexander Thermiotis in early July.
      More details about both the impending nuptials are yet to be announced.
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      Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan announces engagement to Rajwa Al Saif

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      by Olivia Morris
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      Mabrook! Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan is engaged to Rajwa Al Saif of Saudi Arabia.
      The Royal Hashemite Court announced the engagement in a statement on social media.
      “The Royal Hashemite Court is pleased to announce the engagement of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to Ms Rajwa Khaled bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al Saif, on Wednesday, 17 August 2022, in the presence of Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Al Abdullah,” the statement read.
      The engagement took place at the bride-to-be’s father’s home in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
      As well as Their Majesties, Prince El Hassan bin Talal, Prince Hashem bin Abdullah II, Prince Ali bin Al Hussein, Prince Hashim bin Al Hussein, Prince Ghazi bin Muhammad, Prince Rashid bin El Hassan and members of Ms Rajwa’s family were also present at the engagement.

      The Royal Hashemite Court is pleased to announce the engagement of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to Ms Rajwa Khaled bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al Saif, and extends its sincere congratulations on this occasion pic.twitter.com/LRIq61PtRB
      — RHC (@RHCJO) August 17, 2022

      Queen Rania also shared a series of photos on Instagram congratulating the newly engaged couple with a heartfelt message.
      “I didn’t think it was possible to hold so much joy in my heart! Congratulations to my eldest Prince Hussein and his beautiful bride-to-be, Rajwa,” she said.

      In the photos Her Majesty shared, the newly engaged couple are seen arm in arm together. Another picture shows King Abdullah II embracing his soon-to-be daughter-in-law.
      Crown Prince Hussien and his bride-to-be are also seen in a photograph with Their Majesties King Abdullah and Queen Rania.
      Another royal engagement
      It’s a joyous time for the Jordanian royal family as the engagement announcement comes just weeks after Crown Prince Hussein’s younger sister, Princess Iman, announced her engagement.
      Queen Rania shared a photo of her eldest daughter with her fiance Jameel Alexander Thermiotis confirming their engagement.
      She congratulated her “dearest Iman” and her husband-to-be.

      “Congratulations my dearest Iman; your smile has always been a gift of love that I’ve cherished since the day you were born,” she said. “I wish you and Jameel a life filled with love and laughter!”
      Now one question remains: when will the royal weddings take place?
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      Sheikh Hamdan meets famed Dubai delivery driver for the first time

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      by Olivia Morris
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      His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has met the delivery driver he praised on social media for his selfless good deed.
      The Crown Prince of Dubai previously put out a call for his followers to help him find the individual in question, who was eventually identified as Abdul Ghafoor.
      His Highness has now met the Dubai delivery driver, sharing a photo of the pair together.
      “An honour to meet you Abdul Ghafoor, a true example to be followed,” His Highness said on Twitter.

      An honor to meet you Abdul Ghafoor, a true example to be followed. pic.twitter.com/eRQ0nuYAZF
      — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) August 11, 2022

      Last week, His Highness shared a video, which was caught on camera by another onlooker, of Mr Ghafoor, a Talabat delivery driver, removing an obstruction of two concrete blocks from a busy intersection.
      Sheikh Hamdan referred to the individual’s good deed as “an act of goodness in Dubai to be praised” and called on his followers to help him find the man.

      An act of goodness in Dubai to be praised. Can someone point me to this man? pic.twitter.com/clEIWQQe3A
      — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) July 31, 2022

      It wasn’t long before Mr Ghafoor in question was found, prompting Sheikh Hamdan to personally thank him on his social media channels, calling him “one of a kind”.
      It just goes to show a simple good deed always goes a long way.
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      Fazza goes incognito on the London Underground

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      by Olivia Morris
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      He may have 14.5 million followers on Instagram and be one of the most high-profile royals in the UAE, but HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has proven even he can go incognito from time to time.
      Currently on holiday in the UK, the Crown Prince of Dubai has been spending ample amounts of time in London.
      Over the weekend, Sheikh Hamdan, affectionately known as Fazza, was spending time in the UK’s capital and was seemingly able to go about his day being unrecognised.
      His Highness shared a selfie on Instagram with his friend Badr Ateej riding the crowded London Underground.
      “We’ve got a long way to go and Badr is already bored,” he said in the caption of the post.

      However, just a couple of weeks ago, the Crown Prince of Dubai was recognised around central London as he was driving.
      In a video captured by Sheikh Hamdan’s friend Ahmad Jaber Al Harbi, the royal is seen interacting with two fans.
      Sheikh Hamdan was in his car driving in the city when he was stopped for some photos by the two individuals, who also happened to be Dubai residents.
      Not ever one to say no to a photo, Dubai’s Crown Prince enthusiastically posed with the fans, even helping them to get the right shot.
      At one point in the video, the male fan says “Sorry to bother you” but Fazza responded saying, “No, it’s okay”, also shaking his hand.

      Regular visitor
      His Highness is a regular visitor to the United Kingdom, as are many other members of the Dubai royal family.
      Sheikh Hamdan’s father, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is also currently in the UK and was seen walking around London with an entourage over the weekend.
      The Dubai royals have also been enjoying some quality time together.
      Last week, Sheikh Hamdan, shared a snap on Instagram with his father and his two children, Rashid and Shaikha, spending time together in the UK.

      In the forefront of the photo, the twins are seen sitting in a pushchair, with doting dad Sheikh Hamdan and grandfather Sheikh Mohammed behind.
      Sheikh Hamdan captioned the post with three heart emojis: one red, one blue and one pink, representing the Dubai Ruler and his two grandchildren.
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      Video: Sheikh Mohammed spotted out in London

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      by Team Emirates Woman
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      His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has been spotted out in central London.
      Currently holidaying in the UK, the Dubai Ruler was caught on camera by Khalid Al Khoori walking through the streets of the capital city accompanied by a group of people.
      His Highness was in casual attire wearing black sneakers, white tracksuit pants and a blue shirt as he enjoyed the cooler weather in the UK.

      Holidaying with his family
      Just like his father, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai is also holidaying in the UK, where the pair have been spending time together.
      Last week, Sheikh Hamdan, shared a snap on Instagram with his father and his two children, Rashid and Shaikha, spending time together in the UK.

      In the forefront of the photo, the twins are seen sitting in a pushchair, with doting dad Sheikh Hamdan and grandfather Sheikh Mohammed behind.
      Sheikh Hamdan captioned the post with three heart emojis: one red, one blue and one pink, representing the Dubai Ruler and his two grandchildren.
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      Sheikha Mahra Al Maktoum shares throwback photos with father Sheikh Mohammed

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      Her Highness Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has shared a series of throwback photos with her father, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
      Having followed in the footsteps of Sheikh Mohammed, sharing his love for horses, Sheikha Mahra is also a keen rider.
      Taking a trip down memory lane, the Dubai Ruler’s daughter shared a series of photos of when she took part in horse riding competitions.
      In the first few snaps, His Highness is seen visiting his daughter at her respective stables. One photo shared by Sheikha Mahra showcases her father’s famous white G-Wagon with the ‘1’ number plate, as he visits his daughter during a riding session.
      Her Highness also shared photos from a separate riding event, where it appeared she had won a medal, along with some team members, at a competition. In the pictures, Sheikh Mohammed stood proudly next to his daughter and the other team members.
      Take a look at the sweet throwback snaps below.

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      Sheikh Hamdan shares sweet photo of his twins with grandfather Sheikh Mohammed

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      His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is no stranger to sharing tidbits of his family life with his loyal fans.
      Having shared some snippets from his summer holiday in the UK with twins Rashid and Shaikha, the Crown Prince of Dubai is also spending quality time with his father, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
      Sheikh Hamdan, affectionately known as Fazza, shared a snap on Instagram with his father and his two children spending time together in the UK.
      In the forefront of the photo twins Rashid and Shaikha are seen sitting in a pushchair, with doting dad Sheikh Hamdan and grandfather Sheikh Mohammed behind.

      Sheikh Hamdan captioned the post with three heart emojis: one red, one blue and one pink, representing the Dubai Ruler and his two grandchildren.
      Holidaying in the UK
      Fazza has been spending time in the UK with his two children during the summer months.
      ALSO READ: 7 times Sheikh Hamdan was the ultimate doting father to twins Rashid & Shaikha
      Last week, he posted a few snaps from his recent outing with his horses in the countryside where his son Rashid accompanied him.

      In the first photograph, the little one is seen with his dad petting one of the horses at the stable. But it’s the second photo which shows just how grown-up Fazza’s son has gotten as he was seen holding his dad’s hand, walking alongside him in the fields.
      Sheikh Hamdan simply captioned the post with a blue heart and a horse emoji, suggesting it was just 14-month-old Rashid was with him at the stables.
      Rashid and Shaikha celebrated their first birthday back in May.
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