At the very least, they deserve a visit from their leader

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, yesterday visited a number of the Armed Forces servicemen who were wounded while performing their national duty during the Arab Coalition's 'Operation Restore Hope in Yemen, at Zayed Military Hospital in Abu Dhabi. 

Sheikh Mohamed was reassured by attending doctors about the health condition of the wounded soldiers. While talking to them, H.H. praised their steadfastness, heroism and dedication they made while defending the right and supporting their brethren in Yemen.

Sheikh Mohamed was accompanied by H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Advisor and Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, and H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs.

The wounded servicemen said during conversations with Sheikh Mohamed that they cannot wait to recover and re-join their units in the battlefield, and pledged loyalty to their fallen brothers.

Sheikh Mohamed praised their bravery and loyalty, and assured them that with such a spirit the UAE will overcome all difficulties, and reach its goals. He wished them a speedy recovery.

Sheikh Mohamed said the wounds of the UAE's soldiers are medals of honour and proof of their sacrifices and gallantry in defending their country's values and principles of solidarity with their Arab brothers in support of their just cause. –End-

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