UAE Rulers hail Emirati Armed Forces

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 H.H. 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. http://www.wam.ae/en/news/emirates/1395287631172.html

Ajman Ruler praises sacrifices of UAE Armed Forces

H.H. 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, that 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.

Source: WAM