In Gulf Courts One Decree Can Erase an Heir
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Sheikh Mohammed bypassed tradition because succession in Gulf monarchies follows the ruler's will. A decree could name an heir or erase one with no public debate. The 2008 order followed this pattern, favoring a son over a daughter without justification.
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