His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, visited the Joint Operations Command to review progress on "Operation Gallant Knight/2".
Major General Saleh bin Mejren Al Ameri, Commander of Joint Operations at the UAE Ministry of Defence, received him.
During the visit, H.H. was briefed on the latest developments of the operation, as well as achievements made during the rapid response phase to provide relief to those affected by the recent earthquake in Turkiye and Syria, including operating an air bridge to transport search and rescue teams, provision of medical equipment and necessary aid, and the establishment of a field hospital.
Sheikh Khaled was also briefed on plans for the recovery and rehabilitation phase of the operation and praised the efforts of personnel at the Joint Operations Command for efficiently carrying out their duties during the rapid response phase.
He also praised the achievements of the search and rescue teams, which proved their readiness and ability to deal with various types of disasters, emergencies and crises.
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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has honoured the winners of the 'Erth Dubai Awards', recognising their contributions to preserving the emirate’s cultural and social heritage.
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