Mohammed, Mohamed bin Zayed attend ceremony to welcome UAE soldiers

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, on Saturday attended a ceremony held on the occasion of the arrival of the first batch of UAE Armed Forces back from Yemen, who were taking part in the Saudi-led Arab coalition forces participating in 'Operation Restoring Hope' to defend the legitimate government in Yemen.

The first batch of heroes returned to the country on Saturday after handing over responsibilities to the second batch, who have already begun their assigned missions in Yemen. 

The ceremony was attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai; Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah; Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah; Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Crown Prince of Umm Al Quiwain; Sheikh Saif bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Advisor and Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy National Security Advisor, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Chief of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court, Sheikh Dhiyab bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Foreign Minister, Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan Chairman of the Board of Zayed Higher Organisation for Humanitarian Care and Special Needs, Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President, Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a number of ministers, leaders of the Armed Forces, and a large crowd of citizens and families of soldiers.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Crown Prince Court - Abu Dhabi and Managing Director of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy National Security Advisor and Chairman of the Presidential Aviation Authority, and Lt General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, attend a grand welcoming ceremony held at Zayed Military City for UAE Armed Forces servicemen who recently returned from serving in Yemen.  (Wam)

The ceremony was also attended by a number of members of the diplomatic corps accredited to the UAE, from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt, Jordan, Sudan, Yemen, Malaysia and Pakistan.

Musallam Al Rashidi, Commander of Force to Liberate Marib, gave the Armed Forces speech, which he described as, "A tribute to the parents and family of martyrs whose sacrifices played a great role in paving the way to the victories achieved by our Armed Forces participating in the Arab coalition in support of their brothers in Yemen."

Addressing Sheikhs, members of the Armed Forces and attendees, Al Rashidi said, "On this occasion, which is filling the hearts of the people of the UAE with patriotism and pride, we take this great opportunity to turn our tribute and homage to the fathers and mothers of the martyrs and the injured heroes who shed their blood in the course of writing history for their country in support of their brothers in Yemen and defending their homeland."

Sheikh Khalifa bin Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan (R); Hamad bin Suhail Al Khaili (L) and other dignitaries attend a grand welcoming ceremony held at Zayed Military City for UAE Armed Forces servicemen who recently returned from serving in Yemen (Wam)

He added, "We are all your children and rest assured that our martyrs will always be in our midst, delighted with the victories they achieved and for defeating the enemy."

"Their blood did not go to waste, but paved the way to achieve what used to be impossible but has now become a reality, thanks to Allah first and the coalition forces second.

“We express our happiness at the victories achieved on Yemeni soil, with your brave men carrying out the most prominent role in achieving brilliant victories in Aden, and in Marib, and in all areas which returned to legitimacy in Yemen, fulfilling the promise of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

"We, therefore, are very proud to welcome back this convoy of our Armed Forces heroes, who, with their sacrifices and courage, have written a new history, not just for Yemen, but for the entire Gulf and Arab region," he said.

He continued, "We bid farewell to our heroes, officers and soldiers, and we take their hands to assure them that their country is watching with admiration, with pride and high esteem, as they perform the historical tasks."

"We want to assure everyone that we will continue on the trail of our national mission with confidence, determination and professionalism in Marib, Aden, and elsewhere, until all of the Yemeni territories are liberated and security and stability return to this brotherly Arab nation."

Emiratis spare no effort to make us feel proud and build our and Arab Nation's future, says Sharjah Ruler

In a speech marking the announcement of the imminent return of the UAE Armed Forces’ first batch from Yemen, and the readiness of the second batch to join the Arab coalition forces, Sheikh His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah said, "We feel a sense of pride as we receive the first batch of our UAE Armed Forces' soldiers from Yemen, where they represented a role model for Emirati and Arab citizens in making sacrifices to support the people of Yemen, and at the same time, we see off a second batch of the UAE Armed Forces' soldiers joining (the coalition forces) to complete the march to defend the forces of right and support the Yemenis.

He said, "The UAE Armed Forces' soldiers are ready to sacrifice their lives and defend our homeland, as well as build the future of Emirati and Arab nation. They have left their homeland to defend our deep-rooted Arab values, which call to defend the values of right and justice, as well as protect the future of their countries."

He added that our brave soldiers, who are leaving their country to sacrifice themselves for the sake of homeland and nation, are writing an honourable Emirati and Arab history.

The Sharjah Ruler stressed that our soldiers' participation in the war against injustice reflects the pivotal role of the UAE's involvement in the joint Arab coalition forces to provide security and safety in the region and also reflects their solid will in addressing the challenges which undermine the security and stability of Arab nation.

Sheikh Sultan noted that our soldiers are performing historic act of patriotism owing to the legacy instilled by their forefathers, adding that taking part in this war confirms we stand united behind our leadership in its pursuance of a unified Emirati, GCC and Arab stance aimed at liberating Yemen and empowering its legitimate government.

''We congratulate the country and the Arab nation, and the UAE Armed Forces soldiers, who have proved that they are able to shoulder their responsibility and their military capabilities in the battlefields,'' he added.

 
Ruler of Fujairah hails sacrifices of UAE Armed Forces

His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, has paid a glowing tribute to the courageous UAE Armed Forces' servicemen taking part in the Saudi-led Arab coalition's Operation Restoring Hope.

He greeted the first batch of the UAE Armed Forces expected to return home from Yemen after the mission accomplished, noting that the second batch of Emirati troops will be deployed in Yemen to replace the first batch.

The Ruler of Fujairah wished well to the second batch heroes to discharge their mission in Yemen.

In a speech marking the imminent return of the UAE Armed Forces' first batch, Sheikh Hamad said, "Our sons in the Armed Forces nationwide deserve salute for their sacrifices to make our country safer and stable against the terrorists and aggressors. They will shield it with their precious blood to keep the nation's flag flying high."

He underlined that "our courageous soldiers made sacrifices in the field in Yemen,' citing many victories achieved there, among others, liberation of the historic Mareb and the recapture of Mareb Dam, which is linked to the UAE memory, especially the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who had ordered the rebuilding of the Mareb Dam. "The UAE Armed Forces will remain a source of pride and security. They stood for the pledge to safeguard the nation."

Addressing the soldiers, he said, "You deserve our honour, prestige and confidence. Your sacrifices are invaluable. You have left your families and grant your lives to the cause of this beloved country. You are the hope of this nation."

He added, "As we renew our confidence in the brave servicemen deployed in Yemen and their comrades who will replace them to complete the Operation Restoring Hope and the Rebuilding of Yemen, we remember their martyred comrades who fell in line of the duty taking part in the Arab coalition in Yemen."

The Ruler of Fujairah concluded, "The martyrs adorned and honoured the country with their heroism, as they died for the glory of the UAE…We pledge the UAE Flag for which the martyrs died for will be kept flying high."

Ras Al Khaimah Ruler hails UAE Armed Forces

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has praised the historic victories achieved by the UAE Armed Forces taking part in the Saudi-led coalition's Operation Restoring Hope, in Yemen.

In a speech marking the announcement of the imminent return of UAE Armed Forces’ first batch from Yemen, and the readiness of the second batch to join the Arab coalition forces, Sheikh Saud hailed the heroism of the UAE Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in the battlefield to defend the right and justice in Yemen.

Sheikh Saud said, "Today, when we receive our heroes of the first batch, we see off with feeling of pride and awe, the second batch to participate in the Arab coalition forces to complement the victories achieved so far by the first batch, as well as the humanitarian and relief role in order to restore the stability to the sisterly Arab country in which powers of evil are working to impose their control by force."

He went on to say, "The victories accomplished by the UAE Armed Forces in Yemen give us a sense of pride. They have dedicated themselves for the sake of the homeland and proven their competency in the battlefields. This sacrifice reflects the commitment and belonging to the homeland, as well as loyalty to the wise leadership that instilled the love of the country and readiness to sacrifice in them for the sake of the nation's stability."

The RAK Ruler reiterated, "Our historic role in Yemen is not only the military side, but also touches the humanitarian and relief aspect so as to alleviate the suffering of the people of Yemen, provide medical services and food, during the unfolding events in Yemen. These efforts complement the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who led the development and housing projects in Yemen - the legacy sustained and cherished by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan."

"We bid adieu to the second batch of the new armed forces, wishing the Almighty Allah to support them. We also pray to the Almighty Allah to bestow His mercy on the martyrs,'' he added.

UAQ Ruler's speech on the occasion of the imminent return of Armed Forces first batch from Yemen

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, has commended the role of the first batch of the UAE Armed Forces' brave soldiers, hailing the role of the UAE blessed martyrs.

Sheikh Saud attributed the achievements that have been accomplished so far to the courageous soldiers as they represented the best examples in defeating the aggressive actions in the brotherly country of Yemen and establishing the rules of right, justice and legitimacy.

In a speech marking the announcement of the imminent return of UAE Armed Forces’ First batch from Yemen, and the readiness of the second batch to join the Arab coalition forces, Sheikh Saud said that the soldiers answered the call of the leadership, led by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

He added that the faithful people of the United Arab Emirates expressed, through solidarity with their leadership, that national cohesion is one of the citizenship's traits.

Sheikh Saud went on to say, "Today, we say goodbye to a new constellation of new blessed armed forces' soldiers to participate in the Arab coalition forces, I am confident that the second batch will have a complementary role to their brethren in the first batch."

The Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain expressed his pride in the righteous martyrs of the homeland who provided a model in sacrifices, valuing the stances of the martyrs' families, and the national cohesion shown by citizens with the wise leadership.

Ajman Ruler praises sacrifices of UAE Armed Forces

His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has paid a tribute to the sacrifices being made by the UAE Armed Forces, citing the martyrs who gave their lives for this country, Arab and Muslim world.

In a speech marking the announcement of the imminent return of UAE Armed Forces’ first batch from Yemen, and the readiness of the second batch to join the Arab coalition forces in Yemen, Sheikh Humaid said, "We are happy to receive our brave heroes, with their heads held up after fighting for the justice and peace in Yemen whom we share with the Arab and Islamic values, as well as common destiny.' He added, "We were with you while you were sacrificing your lives for the sake of restoring the legitimacy through defeating the Houthi rebels. You have achieved honourable and heroic acts which made the wise leadership and the whole world proud of you. You were a role model in patriotism and dedication for the homeland."

The Ruler of Ajman emphasised that Operation Decisive Storm has proven that the UAE Armed Forces is among the strongest and experienced Arab armies, which shields and defends the borders of the homeland.

Sheikh Humaid said, "The UAE has been supporting the values of justice and peace and providing assistance to the needy people. And today, you have proven these values through sacrificing your precious lives. These values had been instilled by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan - the legacy you sustain today."

Addressing the UAE Armed Forces, the Ruler of Ajman, said, "The UAE leadership and people praise your huge efforts and contributions in Yemen to liberating it from the Houthi rebels and the Ali Saleh group." He noted that "You liberated Aden, Bab-el-Mandeb and Marib Dam, which was rebuilt by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The rest of Yemen will be liberated soon.

He added, "You went as heroes and came back as heroes who achieved victory that would be added to the records of the UAE Armed Forces. As we see off the new heroes, they will be ready to discharge their national duty."

The Ruler of Ajman concluded, ''We have great confidence and expectations that you will be following the same legacy of your comrades to defend the justice and restore the sovereignty and legitimacy to Yemen.  

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