Abdullah bin Zayed offers condolences on Saeed Al Balushi’s death

March 11, 2026 / 9:41 AM

Sharjah24 - WAM: His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has offered condolences on the passing of national duty hero Captain Pilot Saeed Rashid Al Balushi, martyred following a helicopter crash caused by a technical malfunction while performing his duty in the UAE.

His Highness attended the mourning majlis held in the Al Maqqam area in Al Ain Region, where he extended his deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the family of the martyr. His Highness prayed that the hero of national duty be granted boundless mercy, be counted among the righteous and the martyrs in Paradise, and that his family and loved ones be blessed with strength, patience, and solace.

Pride in the Nation’s heroes

While offering condolences, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan emphasised the pride of the UAE—its leadership and people—in the nation’s heroes, who embody the noble values of sacrifice, loyalty, and dedication in serving their country and safeguarding its achievements.

Tribute to the sacrifices of brave soldiers

His Highness also reaffirmed the pride of the UAE, its leadership and people, in its brave soldiers and their sacrifices to protect the nation and its homeland, while cherishing the loyalty of its heroes in defending the country and safeguarding its achievements.