BDF role in Yemen stressed

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa yesterday paid a visit to the Royal Special Force. He was accompanied by Royal Guard Commander Brigadier Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Royal Guard Special Force Commander Major Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa. HM the King was welcomed on arrival by Chief of Staff of Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) Lieutenant General Dhiab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi, the Royal Special Force Commander and officers.

HM King Hamad paid tribute to the Royal Special Force personnel for their bravery, high morale and dedication in performing their duties. He praised the efforts of all BDF personnel, alongside their brethren in the Arab Coalition Force, in the Saudi-led Restoring Hope Operation.

He lauded their contribution to deterring terrorism, backing legitimacy in Yemen and providing humanitarian aid to the Yemeni people.

He described them as the bulwark of the nation and its comprehensive growth, commending their strong patriotism. HM the King asked the Commander and senior officers of the Royal Special Force to convey his greetings to all personnel, wishing them constant success.