Tearful adieu to UAE martyr in Fujairah
fujairah — Sheikhs, top officials and residents came together as one to perform the funeral prayer for martyr Sergeant Ali Khalifa Hashel Al Mesmari, at the Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Fujairah.
The martyr fell while performing his duty as part of the Saudiled coalition’s ‘Operation Restoring Hope’ in Yemen. The funeral prayers were offered at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Fujairah, after which the martyr was laid to rest at the Fujairah Cemetery.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, accompanied by Sheikh Maktoum bin Hamad Al Sharqi, attended the prayers and offered condolences to the martyr’s family.
People from across the country also thronged Fujairah to bid farewell to the 29-year-old martyr. Khalifa Hasehl, father of the martyr, said his son has become a source of pride for his bravery and commitment. “My son has always been on the frontlines and used to tell us about their victory in Yemen. I am more than ready to sacrifice
I am more than ready to sacrifice my four sons — all servicemen — for my country to remain secure and stable.” Khalifa Hasehl, father of the martyr
my four sons — all servicemen — for my country to remain secure and stable.”
Ali’s final call was two days back, he added. “He wanted to check on my health after I had an eye operation.”
Omar Al Mismari, brother of the martyr, said they will be attentive to his brother’s children — three-year-old daughter Fatima, and two-year-old son Khalifa. Echoing the same, Mohammed Al Mismari, another brother, said they will look after the two kids.
Ahmed Al Mismari, another sibling of the martyr, said his brother used to love the military. “He was known for his dedication to duty and excellent work, let alone his passion for charitable work.”
Ahmed Naseeb, cousin of the martyr, said Al Mismari has got an exceptional honour with his martyrdom. Saif Obaid, a friend of the martyr, said his sacrifice will make them more determined to lift up the flag of the UAE. “We will learn from the martyrs who sacrificed their soul and blood for the greatness of their nation.”
Hamad Juma, another cousin of the martyr, said this martyrdom is a lesson for every Emirati citizen. “We should learn from the martyr’s sacrifice, and give soul and blood to our nation.”
Sameer Saeed, cousin of the martyr, said all Emiratis are with the martyr. “Despite the falling heroes, the UAE shall never stop defending right and justice until victory; this is the creed of the UAE people, one hand under one leadership.”
Nabil Ali, a friend of the martyr, said he was shocked to know about the death of his close friend. “He was a reasonable and wise man of noble values and principles.”
Rabea Hareeq, another friend, said he was proud of his friend’s sacrifice. “We were friends since our early childhood. Our conversation less than two weeks ago was about the honour of martyrdom which he wished to live up to.”