Le président des Émirats arabes unis, son altesse cheikh Mohamed ben Zayed Al Nahyane a affirmé que son pays était en état de guerre, mais qu’il se portait bien, tout en avertissant ses adversaires qu’il ne serait pas une proie facile. C’étaient ses premières déclarations publics depuis que l’Iran a tiré des missiles sur son voisin du Golfe, en plein milieu des frappes américano-israéliennes.
« Les Émirats arabes unis possèdent une peau épaisse et une chair amère – nous ne sommes pas une proie facile », a déclaré Mohammed ben Zayed Al Nahyan, qui est également le souverain d’Abou Dhabi, lors d’une visite aux blessés des frappes, ses propos ayant été diffusés samedi sur la chaîne Abu Dhabi TV.
« Nous remplirons notre devoir envers notre pays, notre peuple et nos résidents qui font également partie de notre famille », a-t-il ajouté.
Les Émirats arabes unis, composés de sept émirats dont Dubaï, s’engageraient à protéger tous les habitants du pays, a-t-il précisé.
« Your Highness, what would you like to say at this moment?
Praise be to God.
I am here at the hospital visiting five of those who were injured in the recent events.
All five are civilians: two Emiratis, one Indian,
one Sudanese, and one Iranian.
They are all our responsibility, and, God willing, they will make a full recovery.
The second thing I would like to say is that all is well in the UAE.
It is home to many devoted people – people we are honoured to stand alongside in this country.
I would like to thank our armed forces for the vital role they are playing and for their outstanding service during this war.
I also thank the other security institutions: The Ministry of Interior, the security services,
Civil Defence,
and my apologies to those
I haven’t mentioned by name.
But all of them are performing a duty that honours the UAE and honours everyone who belongs to the UAE.
Another point I would like to mention
is that the Emiratis who live in this country fulfilled their duty in a way that brings joy and pride,
as was always expected of them. May God protect them.
As for the residents who live among us,
our guests and our extended family,
they have truly honoured us with their stance.
We hope they will forgive us if we have fallen short in any way.
May God protect you and protect them.
We hope they will forgive us if we have fallen short in any way.
We are in a time of war,
and I promise them that we will fulfil our duty,
because it is our obligation to protect our people and our country.
Another message I would like to convey
is directed at the enemies of the UAE:
The UAE is attractive; the UAE is beautiful.
The UAE is a model.
But I say to them: Do not be misled by the UAE’s appearance.
« The UAE has thick skin and bitter flesh – we are
no easy prey. »
We will carry out our duty towards our country,
our people,
and our residents who are also part of our family.
May God protect the UAE,
protect its people, and safeguard everyone who lives in it with dignity and security.
I promise everyone
that we will emerge stronger than before.
Without doubt.
May God protect you all.
May God protect you, Your Highness.
The UAE community stands united behind this great pillar of confidence and strength
under your leadership.
Thank you.
All thanks to you. »
