UAE leaders commemorate mothers of fallen heroes on Mother's Day

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages extending his wishes to all mothers in the UAE and worldwide on the occasion of Mother's Day and commemorated those with fallen heroes whose sacrifices "contributed to the stability and advancement" of the nation.

In a post on X, His Highness noted that the country "will forever remain inspired by their courage". 

He also expressed his appreciation to mothers "especially in challenging times", emphasising their efforts to "instill the values of loyalty and duty across generations".

"Through their determination and resilience, mothers are a source of lasting strength for our nation and society," he added. 

On the occasion of Mother's Day, I extend my sincere wishes to all mothers in the UAE and around the world. Through their determination and resilience, mothers are a source of lasting strength for our nation and society. Especially in challenging times, we honour their efforts to…

— محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) March 21, 2026

Meanwhile, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, also expressed his appreciation to the mothers of martyrs, sacrificing heroes, and "men and women who make a difference every day in our homelands".

كل عام وأمهاتنا جميعا بخير.. كل عام والأم مصدر للثقة .. ومدرسة للأجيال .. وصانعة للقيم ..

وتحية تقدير وامتنان لأمهات الشهداء .. وأمهات الأبطال في ساحات التضحية .. وأمهات الرجال والنساء الذي يصنعون الفرق كل يوم في أوطاننا ..

حفظ الله الإمارات .. وحفظ الله الأمهات في كل ركن من…

— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) March 21, 2026