Ruler often seen in a robe (4)

I believe the answer is:

emir

(Other definitions for emir that I've seen before include "Islamic chieftain" , "Muslim chief" , "Middle Eastern ruler" , "Arab prince" , "Arabic ruler" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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