Dubai: The Emirates Red Crescent ( ERC) has organised the 20th mass wedding in Yemen.
The event followed directives from Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and UAE Armed Forces Deputy Supreme Commander Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Two hundred brides and grooms tied the knots during the mass wedding ceremony, which was held in the region of Mocha.
Dr. Mohammed Ateeq Al Falahi, ERC Secretary-General, said that wedding ceremonies were held to support Yemenis, by alleviating financial burdens of the wedding, ensuring social cohesion and stability for young citizens.