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29 March 2024

Mohamed expresses pride in UAE martyrs on Commemoration Day

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

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His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has expressed pride in the UAE martyrs and said their memory will be perpetuated for sacrificing their lives for their country.

In a televised statement on the occasion of the Commemoration Day (Martyrs Day), Sheikh Mohamed said, "This is the day of loyalty to people of loyalty. This is the day of expressing appreciation and gratitude to people of sacrifice and generous giving. Our martyrs' generosity is invaluable because lives are the most invaluable offering to the country."

"The President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan decided to designate this day for commemorating the country's martyrs because he is the father and leader who knows the feelings of his sons and tries to boost their confidence, hope and optimism," he added.

"Although designating a day for martyrs is a symbol, in essence it is an expression of loyalty, pride and appreciation. It shows the national, social and moral dimensions and highlights the values of sacrifice, courage and generous giving. The memory of the martyrs will always be alive in our hearts and continue to impact our lives and progress," he said.

Sheikh Mohamed described the martyrs as a source of pride and inspiration for future generations. "On this day, we remember the honourable stances of our heroes and the sacrifices of our forefathers who promoted the values of national loyalty, sacrifice and bravery."

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi further said that this solidarity and cohesion is powerful proof that we are one family whose members stand up for each other in good times and bad, and represent the national spirit which further strengthens the resolve of our country in its journey to the future.

He greeted the mothers, fathers and children of the martyrs for being a model for national loyalty, sacrifice and high national morale.

"I saw their eyes beaming with great respect for their country, and felt that their hearts are full of love for, loyalty for the UAE," he added.

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi added, "Our country is going through an important historical stage in which we continue to prove that the UAE was established on solid foundations of the great principles and values of our religion, Islam, as it confronts various challenges. The UAE, therefore, will never hesitate to carry out its duties for our brothers and fulfil its ethical and humanitarian responsibilities. I want to stress that the sacrifices of our heroes will not go in vain and that their generous giving will be perpetuated by history. We will continue to work firmly for the glory of our country."

Concluding his statement, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed said, "We reiterate our pride in our martyrs whose memory will always live in our hearts. We pray to Allah to bless them with mercy and forgiveness. May Allah spare the UAE and its people from evil deeds."

Commemoration Day marks values of patriotism and loyalty: Mohamed

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has said that our national anniversaries are a reflection of our achievements and gains, with each one of them carrying honourable significance.

"The anniversary we mark today represents the noblest values of patriotism, loyalty, belonging and dedication: Commemoration Day. It is the day of honour and pride, the day to pay tribute to our intrepid martyrs, celebrating their bravery, determination and sacrifice. Our fallen heroes have given up their own lives for the UAE flag to remain flying aloft with power, pride and glory," Sheikh Mohamed said in his statement to mark Commemoration Day (Martyrs' Day), which falls tomorrow (Monday).

Here is the complete text of Sheikh Mohamed's statement:

"Today, we stand together to honour the heroism and sacrifice of our martyrs, immortalising them in history with pride, honour and gratitude, and recognising the ultimate sacrifice they have made for our nation and the values of humanity.  

"The decision by the President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan that November 30 will be marked as Commemoration Day pays homage to the sacrifices of our loyal servicemen and the values of bravery, selflessness and heroism they stand for.  It also reaffirms that our nation never forgets its people, civilian or military, who sacrifice their lives for it and work for its prosperity. Our martyrs will always be a symbol of patriotism for our people.

"We take great pride in our martyrs as we do in their families, parents, wives, children and relatives who have demonstrated extraordinary patience, awareness, willpower and genuine love for their country. They have inspired their fellow citizens’ absolute faith in the strength of our country, the coherence of its people and their unity in the face of challenges and difficult times.

"To them I say on this day: You are worthy of the pride we have in you, and that will be passed on to your children, grandchildren and future generations of this beloved nation. Our pride in you is immeasurable; with your faith and patriotism, you have truly become a symbol of the ideal citizen.

"We also stand together to remember, with pride and admiration, the deep national unity of our citizens who have shown great feelings of solidarity and support towards martyrs’ families, and shown that the whole nation values their sons’ sacrifices.

"By standing together, the people of the UAE have demonstrated the unity and coherence of the Emirati society, the solidarity of its children and their willingness to answer the call of duty without hesitation. This attitude reflects the genuine Emirati nature as one, coherent family interlaced with its leadership even in the darkest of times. It is an image that has earned us the respect of the world for the strength of our country and its resilience against any attempt to challenge the fabric of our nation.

"On Commemoration Day, we realise that the best recognition for our martyrs is to continue achieving the mission they died for. It is, therefore, the mission of every one of us to keep our great nation strong and its flag flying aloft. With determination and strength, we will continue our march towards glory, progress and prosperity.

"The souls of our intrepid martyrs will always be beacons of light in the history of our nation. The UAE reaffirms that it will never hesitate to shoulder its national, ethical and humanitarian responsibilities, will always stand by distressed nations defending their right to security and development, and will continue to be a source of stability in the region and the world. Our martyrs have written an honorable chapter in the history of their nation that our children, grandchildren and future generations can be proud of and draw determination from in order to continue the quest of the UAE to attain and preserve its rightful place among civilised nations.

"May God Almighty bless the souls of our martyrs and grant them eternal rest in paradise. May God bring their families the best rewards. May God keep the UAE forever strong and great, and a model of patriotism and sacrifice, with its glorious history and ongoing determination to build a prosperous future for its people and humanity.

"May peace be upon you all."

Mohamed bin Zayed receives Masoud Barzani

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, today (Sunday) received Masoud Barzani, President of the Iraqi Kurdistan region, who is visiting the UAE to attend the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2015 at Yas Marina Circuit.

Sheikh Mohamed and Al Barzani exchanged cordial talks and discussed avenues of joint cooperation in the areas of interest to both the sides, particularly economic fields. The two sides reaffirmed the importance of bolstering bilateral ties for serving mutual interests.

Mohammed Mubarak Al Mazrouie, Undersecretary of the Crown Prince's Court, and Juma Al Bowardi, Military Advisor to the Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, attended the meeting.