Watch UAE Armed Forces in action at Abu Dhabi Corniche
abu dhabi — For Abu Dhabi residents who have watched high-octane military action on screen, Thursday will be a crossover from reel to real life.
Union Fortress, a live show at 4.30pm by the UAE Armed Forces will give the general public a firstof-its-kind action-packed demonstration on Abu Dhabi Corniche.
People will get front-row exposure to sophisticated, sea-borne hostage rescue including helicopters, F16s and tactical submarines. Live soldier-point-of-view video of the action will be showcased on stadium screens as the tactical hostage rescue unfolds directly in front of the public. The maritime and airborne operations will be followed by actions on and around the Corniche.
The joint exercise combines all the branches of the UAE Armed Forces, focusing on the highlytrained rapid-response force of the Presidential Guard as the ground force, supported by the Joint Aviation Command, Navy, Air Force, Air Defence, Army and Elite UAE Special Forces.
The UAE Armed Forces spokesperson said the ‘Union Fortress’ is recognition of the core unity, values and strength of the Armed Forces. “The event highlights the world-class tactical and strategic professionalism of our brave men and women in uniform as they confront a very real potential maritime threat. Spectators will be afforded a window into the commitment, capabilities and pride our Armed Forces show every day in safeguarding the nation’s security, underpinning the development of an inclusive, tolerant and prosperous society,” the spokesperson said.