UAE marks Day of Solidarity: Spectacular fighter jet and helicopter displays over all seven emirates on January 17.
UAE marks 'Day of Solidarity': Historic flypast wows residents across all seven emirates
Residents witness spectacular aerial display linking all seven emirates
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Residents watch fighter jets flypast along Sharjah beach as UAE observes ‘Day of Solidarity’
Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
The UAE marked the Day of Solidarity (or Day of Resolve) on January 17 with spectacular fighter jet and helicopter flypasts across all seven emirates. Now in its fourth year, the day honours national unity, resilience, and readiness, commemorating the 2022 attacks on Abu Dhabi while celebrating Emirati courage and the enduring bond between leadership and citizens.
Organised by the UAE Armed Forces with the Emirates Knights Air Show, the aerial displays celebrated national unity, resilience, and preparedness, highlighting Emirati courage and the enduring bond between leadership and citizens.
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Symbolic flypast: Aircraft traced a west-to-east route, representing national strength and unity.
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Commemorating 2022 attacks: The day honours victims of Houthi missile strikes on Abu Dhabi, which killed three and injured others.
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Aerial showcase: Programme organised by the UAE Armed Forces with Emirates Knights Air Show, thrilling spectators across the country.
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