His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has reviewed the combat readiness of the 11th Mountain Infantry Battalion.
Sheikh Hamdan joined the military officers in field exercises across the rugged landscapes and was briefed on the tactics employed during missions.
"Brave warriors of our armed forces, you are the nation's shield," he wrote on his official social media handles.
Sheikh Hamdan praised the officers for their resilience and commended the battalion for further strengthening the UAE’s defence capabilities.
I was briefed on the military tactics and strategies employed by the 11th Mountain Infantry Battalion as part of their mission preparedness and was delighted to join them in their field exercises.
— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) March 22, 2025
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