President Shaikh Mohammed said the UAE will protect its people and land in the wake of missile and drone strikes from Iran.
He was speaking during a visit to five people who were wounded by Iranian strikes in the UAE, which began last week.
The UAE President appeared on television in a live broadcast yesterday evening, where he visited five civilians injured in the attacks: two Emiratis, one Indian, one Sudanese, and one Iranian.
The UAE President was unequivocal in his language towards “the enemies of the UAE”.
“The UAE is attractive, the UAE is beautiful, the UAE is a model,” he said.
“But I say to them: Do not be misled by the UAE’s appearance. The UAE has thick skin and bitter flesh – we are no easy prey. We will carry out our duty towards our country, our people and our residents, who are also part of our family.
“I promise everyone that we will emerge stronger than before, without doubt.”
Shaikh Mohammed said despite the challenges, the UAE continued to show strength.
“It is home to many devoted people – people we are honoured to stand alongside in this country,” he said.
He also thanked the armed forces for the role they have played and their “outstanding service during this war”. Shaikh Mohammed also praised the Interior Ministry, the security services and civil defence.
“All of them are performing a duty that honours the UAE and honours everyone who belongs to the UAE,” he said, before speaking of his pride in the response from civilians since the strikes began.
“The Emiratis who live in this country fulfilled their duty in a way that brings joy and pride, as was always expected of them. May God protect them.
“As for the residents who live among us, our guests and our extended family, they have truly honoured us with their stance.
“We are in a time of war and I promise them that we will fulfil our duty, because it is our obligation to protect our people and our country.”
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