His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has hailed the first batch of UAE soldiers as true icons of patriotism. Early this morning, the first contingent of soldiers returned to the country at the end of their duty in Yemen. The homecoming is part of a troop rotation policy.The second batch of soldiers assumed their duties in Yemen on November 2. A massive reception was organised this afternoon to welcome the troops.