Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, has raised the UAE flag at Wahat Al Karama, Abu Dhabi, to mark Flag Day. The ceremony was attended by representatives from various governmental bodies, including the Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority, and Emirates Red Crescent.

According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended his congratulations and blessings to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, and to Their Highnesses, Members of the Supreme Council and Rulers of the Emirates. He expressed his hopes for the UAE to continue enjoying progress and prosperity under its leadership.

H.H. Sheikh Theyab emphasized that Flag Day is an occasion for the UAE to renew its pledge of allegiance, belonging, and pride in the unity of its people. He described the flag as a banner of the homeland and a symbol of its sovereignty.

In his remarks, H.H. Sheikh Theyab stated, "Flag Day embodies the values of the union and loyalty to the homeland and its wise leadership. On this day, we remember the sacrifices and heroism of our fallen heroes, who gave their lives so that the UAE flag may always fly high with pride and dignity."