“I am deeply saddened by the death of my dear friend.
Melania and I (Trump, first lady of the USA - RT) express our sincere condolences to the people of Kuwait, "the White House press service quotes the American president.
The message says that the Emir of Kuwait was an unrivaled diplomat and friend of the United States.
Earlier it was reported that the emir of Kuwait, Sabah al-Ahmed al-Jaber al-Sabah, who was receiving treatment in the United States, died at the age of 91.
Jordan has declared 40 days of mourning for the passing of the Emir of Kuwait.