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You will forever be our mentor, our father, and the symbol of our nation. Image Credit: X / @MohamedBinZayed

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan paid tribute to the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan on Father's Day, describing him as the symbol of the nation.

Tweeting on the occasion of Father's Day, which falls on June 21, Sheikh Mohamed shared an old photo of himself and the late Sheikh Zayed with a caption that reads: "You will forever be our mentor, our father, and the symbol of our nation."

Father's Day is celebrated globally to honor fathers and father figures, recognizing their contributions to family and society. It is a day to express gratitude and appreciation for the love, support, and guidance that fathers provide throughout their lives.