Body of Emirati soldier killed in Yemen arrives in Abu Dhabi

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Body of Emirati soldier killed in Yemen arrives in Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi - The serviceman was killed while carrying out his national duty in Yemen

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Published: Sun 5 Feb 2017, 1:52 PM

Last updated: Mon 6 Feb 2017, 11:14 AM

The body of an Emirati serviceman, who was martyred in Yemen, arrived this morning in Abu Dhabi on board a military plane.
On arrival, a special military ceremony was held at Bateen Airport for the body of Warrant Officer Rashid Ali Mohammed Al Duhouri, in the presence of number of senior armed forces officers.
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The serviceman was killed while carrying out his national duty taking part in the Saudi-led Arab Coalition's Operation Restoring Hope in Yemen, backing the legitimate government.
 
 


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