A senior Emirati leader has hailed citizens and residents alike for their show of strength and solidarity in the face of adversity – and said “fear should not guide us” as the country comes under attack from Iran.
Dr Mugheer Al Khaili, secretary general of the government-established Erth Zayed Philanthropies, said the UAE remains steadfast against a daily barrage of indiscriminate air strikes.
UAE air defence systems have thwarted hundreds of ballistic missiles and drones launched by Iran since Saturday, February 28.
As of Sunday, four people had died and 112 injured by the sustained offensive, which came in the wake of US and Israeli attacks on Tehran.
“The situation is under control. When President Sheikh Mohamed walks through a mall greeting people, it sends a clear message of calm and confidence,” said Dr Al Khaili, speaking to The National on the sidelines of the latest Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed gathering in Abu Dhabi, which focused on the UAE's humanitarian values.
“And when we continue to gather in the majlis to discuss S
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