Two members of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces were killed on Monday after a military helicopter crashed due to a technical malfunction, the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence confirmed.
In a statement, the ministry said the soldiers were “martyred” in the line of duty and extended condolences to their families.
“We extend our deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the families of the two martyrs, praying that Almighty God grants them His vast mercy and gives their families patience and solace,” the statement read.
The incident comes as the United Arab Emirates continues to face waves of missile and drone attacks linked to Iran.
According to authorities, since the attacks began, the country’s defence systems have intercepted and destroyed 233 ballistic missiles and 1,359 drones. In addition, eight cruise missiles have also been successfully shot down.
Meanwhile, the Qatar Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed solidarity with the UAE and reaffirmed its support for measures taken by the country to safeguard its sovereignty and security, according to the state news agency Emirates News Agency.
