In a remarkable act of compassion, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has stepped in to fully fund the life-saving treatment of Yaqeen Ebrahim, a young Syrian girl battling spinal muscular atrophy.
The gesture follows a heartfelt video appeal by Yaqeen’s uncle, which circulated on social media and highlighted the urgent need for treatment that costs over Dhs 7 million. In the video, he explained that the rare genetic condition required immediate intervention and that one of the few centres equipped to provide it is Al Jalila Children’s Hospital in Dubai.
Later, Yaqeen’s father, Ebrahim Kanakar, received a call from the office of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed, informing the family that the entire treatment cost would be covered by the Dubai Ruler.
The family’s emotional appeal and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed’s swift, generous response have touched hearts across the UAE and beyond, once again highlighting the country's strong humanitarian values and commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals in need.