DUBAI, March 7 (Reuters) – The president of the United Arab Emirates said his nation was going through a period of war but was doing well, and told his enemies that he was not easy prey, in his first public comments since Iran launched missiles at its Gulf neighbor amid Israeli and American attacks.
‘The UAE has thick skin and bitter flesh – we are not easy prey,’ said Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who is also the ruler of Abu Dhabi, in comments made on Friday while visiting those injured in the attacks, broadcast on Abu Dhabi TV this Saturday.
“We will fulfill our duty to our country, our people and our residents, who are also part of our family,” he said.
The UAE, which consists of seven emirates including Dubai, will protect everyone in the country, he said.
(Reporting by Maha El Dahan)
