Shaikha Mahra Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, daughter of Dubai’s ruler, made headlines by announcing her divorce from her husband, Sheikh Mana Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum, on Instagram. The declaration comes just over two months after the birth of their first child.
In a direct and heartfelt post, the Dubai princess addressed her husband, saying, “Dear Husband, As you are occupied with other companions, I hereby declare our divorce. I divorce you, I divorce you, and I divorce you. Take care. Your ex-wife.”
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This unexpected news quickly gained traction on social media. Observers noticed that the couple had unfollowed each other on Instagram and removed all shared photos. Speculations arose about the possibility of them blocking each other or the princess’s account being hacked.
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In the midst of this online buzz, a user commended the princess’s courage, remarking, “It is just a phase of life and it will continue with good and bitterness and life doesn’t stop for anybody.” Another posed a question about the divorce process, asking, “But the divorce will occur from Husband’s side, right? And Wife has to choose Khul’?”
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The couple, who married in May last year, welcomed their daughter a year later. Sheikha Mahra had previously shared her joy and gratitude for the birth of her child, thanking her doctor and hospital staff. Photos from that time showed Sheikh Mana lovingly holding their newborn.
Recently, the princess posted a cryptic message on Instagram, cuddling with her baby, and captioning it, “Just the two of us,” possibly hinting at underlying issues.
Shaikha Mahra, daughter of the UAE’s Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, is a prominent advocate for women’s empowerment and local designers in the UAE. She holds a degree in International Relations from a UK university and another from the Mohammed bin Rashid Government Administration.
The announcement has certainly stirred a mix of reactions online, highlighting the public’s keen interest in the private lives of royalty.
