Here follows a statement by the Official Spokesperson for the Royal Palace:
“In the name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate.
May peace and blessings be upon the Prophet, His Kith and Kin
The Official Spokesperson for the Royal Palace announces, with great sadness and deep sorrow, the passing of HRH Princess Lalla Latifa, may she rest in peace, on Saturday 22 Dhu al-Hijjah 1445 AH, corresponding to June 29, 2024, the Spouse of His Majesty late King Hassan II, may God rest his soul in peace, and the mother of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist and preserve Him, and Their Royal Highnesses the Princes and Princesses.
As we mourn this painful loss, we ask the Almighty God to shower the deceased with His infinite mercy and grant her paradise, and to prolong the life of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God preserve Him and perpetuate His glory.
To Allah we belong and to Him we will return.”