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White House Thanks UAE For Security Efforts, Partnership |
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On behalf of U.S President Barack Obama, John Brennan, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counter-Terrorism, called H.H General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to express strong appreciation for the outstanding work of UAE authorities in disrupting a terrorist plot that involved concealed improvised explosive devices, including one found in Dubai, the White House said in a statement. Brennan conveyed the President’s sincere appreciation to the UAE for the excellent cooperation between our countries on counter terrorism and other security matters. Brennan expressed to the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince the Administration’s gratitude for the skillful and timely action by UAE security officials to disrupt the attempted attack and for the highly professional nature of the investigation being conducted by Emirati security services. Brennan noted that this weekend’s events reflect the strong and enduring security relationship between the United States and the UAE, as well as our shared commitment to keeping the American and Emirati people safe from terrorist attack. |
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