UAE leadership, people will always stand by families of nation's brave martyrs

The UAE, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the UAE people will always comfort and support families of the martyrs for the ultimate sacrifices their children offered in defence of the nation, affirmed His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

'In every moment we express pride and honour in our loyal heroes who created a new glory for the nation, we inspire and draw strength, determination and persistence from their brave acts which encourage us to proceed on the path of dignity and glory,'' HH Sheikh Mohamed said during his meeting with families of the nation's martyrs following the Commemoration Day celebrations at the Memorial on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi.

Sheikh Mohamed exchanged cordial talks with the families of martyrs and enquired about their conditions and wellbeing.

HH said he was extremely happy to meet them, expressing his gratitude and thanks for their honourable stances and loyal patriotic feelings.

The families of martyrs expressed their delight at meeting with Sheikh Mohamed and exchanged with him the feeling of pride and glory in the nation's heroes who set examples of sacrifice, loyalty and dedication.