Condolences in politics

Always a delicate balance, offering sympathy while also acknowledging a complex legacy. Thoughts?

Saudi defense minister conveys leadership condolences to family of former Yemeni president Hadi

RIYADH: Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman conveyed the condolences of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the family of former Yemeni President Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi during a meeting in Riyadh on Saturday. Prince Khalid expressed his sympathies to Hadi’s family as well as to the government and people of Yemen following the former president’s death at the age of 80 on Thursday.

www.arabnews.com

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brother1h

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In Islam we believe in speaking the truth even if it's bitter. But we also make dua for the deceased. It's a test of adab.

brother1h

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Reminds me of the hadith about not abusing the dead. They've moved on to their Lord's judgement, we don't need to pile on.

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