The daughter of the UAE Prime Minister and Dubai ruler appeared to imply her husband was “preoccupied with other company” in her communication.
Shaikha Mahra Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, princess of Dubai, seemingly announced her divorce from spouse Sheikh Mana Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum on Wednesday, July 17.
The daughter of Dubai ruler and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum took to Instagram last week to share what appeared to be a public statement announcing separation .
“Dear Husband, As you are busy with other companions, I hereby declare our divorce,” the 30-year-old royal began.
She mentioned, “I divorce you, I divorce you, and I Divorce You. Take Care. Your former-wife.”
The princess appeared to be using the “triple talaq,” or the practice of an “instant divorce.” The controversial method allows a spouse to divorce by repeating “talaq” (which translates to “release”) three times.
The two royals married in June 2023 and soon followed with a pregnancy announcement in October that exact year. Sheikha Mahra and Sheikh Mana welcomed their daughter — named after her mom — in May 2024, two months prior to the divorce announcement.
Since the announcement, the princess has removed pictures with Mana from her profile and the pair appear to have unfollowed each other on Instagram. He also has no pictures of her on his page, but has not said anything about a separation.
Alongside her royal duties, the princess is also a businesswoman and philanthropist, while also maintaining an online presence. She has more than half a million followers on Instagram, numerous of whom praised her post.
“I find it empowering when a woman recognizes her worth and confidently stands her ground,” read the top comment. Another fan wrote, “Path breaking and truly liberating for all the women out there who feel side lined or not given priority… this is a strong message. All the very best Princess.”