''Emirates Castle' military exercise 2013 which was conducted by the UAE land, air and naval forces, at the Western Region, using the most sophisticated weapons and lived ammunitions. Sheikh Hamdan was in attendance. (WAM)
Air forces during the exercise. Courtesy Wam
He affirmed the forces were receiving full support and care of the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and His Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme ???
Sheikh Hamdan said officers and personnel of the UAE Armed Forces had shown high capabilities and efficiency in performing the war game. Courtesy Wam
He credited the role played by the UAE Armed Forces in defending the homeland. Courtesy Wam
Live ammunition was used during the exercise. Courtesy Wam
Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, the Ruler's Representative in the Western Region, attended the concluding events of the military exercise. Courtesy Wam
Soldiers training during the Emirates Castle 2013 exercise. Courtesy Wam
Sheikh Hamdan also lauded the Armed Forces for protecting the achievement of the UAE made under the guidance of President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed. Courtesy Wam