The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has sent a cable of condolences to President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the death of his brother Sheikh Nasser bin Zayed Al Nahyan and a number of his colleagues following the fall of the helicopter carrying them. "With deep sorrow, I learnt this news. I am sending deep condolences and sincere sympathy to your highness, your family and the families of the deceased persons. I ask Allah Almighty to grant mercy to their souls and protect you from all evils", the King said.