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Foreign Ministry Holds Ceremony for Annual Martyr Anniversary

Sana'a:The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates held a ceremony on Monday to commemorate the 1448 AH Annual Martyr Anniversary, honoring the families of ministry staff who were martyred.

According to Yemen News Agency, Ambassador Abdulkarim Hashem, acting head of the ministry's Media Department, spoke on the significance of the occasion, emphasizing the martyrs' sacrifices and their contributions to significant transformations. He highlighted the importance of honoring the martyrs by continuing their path and upholding their principles.

Ambassador Dr. Tareq Mutahhar, who heads the Asia Department, described martyrs as exemplars of morality, values, and sacrifice. He urged attendees to commit to the martyrs' path and preserve the achievements for which they gave their lives. Yusra Aslan, speaking on behalf of the martyrs' families, praised her son's dedication and long-standing aspiration for martyrdom, underscoring the sacrifices made by all those who defended Yemen's sovereignty and independence. She expressed pride and honor in her son's martyrdom and called for continued sincerity in faith and commitment.

The event was attended by ministry deputy ministers, department heads, directors general, and staff. It included a documentary clip, a poem by poet Badee al-Zaman al-Sultan, and the honoring of the martyrs' families.