UAE expresses solidarity with Greece, Denmark after helicopter crash

Tuesday, 4 August 2026 05:36

By ARN News Desk

The United Arab Emirates has expressed solidarity with Greece and Denmark following the collision of two helicopters participating in efforts to extinguish fires in the Greek capital Athens.

The crash on Sunday resulted in the tragic deaths of a Danish pilot and a Greek aerial coordinator.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the two victims, and to the people of Greece and Denmark.

UAE expresses solidarity with Greece, Denmark, conveys condolences over victims of two-helicopter crash#WamNews https://t.co/15SxakESF6 pic.twitter.com/SxQs8wTk1b
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