MBR attends military parade at Expo 2020 Dubai - in pictures
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Military buggies race along the desert after being dropped off by a Chinook helicopter. EPA -
A vehicle is flipped during a demonstration of an explosion. EPA -
A man watches as helicopters demonstrate their skills during the Union Fortress 8 military parade. AFP -
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, watch the Union Fortress show at Expo 2020. Photo: Dubai Media Office -
Sheikh Hamdan watches the drills through binoculars. Photo: Dubai Media Office -
Crowds turned out for the military spectacle, which will be held again on Sunday. EPA -
Spectators watch as members of the UAE armed forces perform. EPA -
Weekly military parades and displays will be held by the Ministry of Defence at Expo 2020 Dubai in March. EPA -
Police on horseback control a mock riot during the show. EPA -
People wave UAE flags. EPA -
A Chinook helicopter drops off military buggies on the parade ground. EPA -
The drill featured dramatic explosions. EPA -
Several branches of the military and local police are involved in the series of drills and demonstrations. EPA -
Members of the UAE Armed Forces perform during a drill. EPA -
The live exercises thrilled the large crowds in attendance. EPA -
Union Fortress 8 serves as a showcase for the UAE's military prowess. EPA -
The free show included displays such as a helicopter mission drill and the latest army vehicles. EPA -
The event aims to celebrate the development of the UAE Armed Forces over the decades. Photo: Dubai Media Office -
A parachutist prepares to land on the parade ground. Photo: Dubai Media Office -
Union Fortress is also being held in line with the UAE's Golden Jubilee. Photo: Dubai Media Office -
Troops show their weapons-handling skills. Photo: Dubai Media Office -
Troops during a helicopter drill. Photo: Dubai Media Office -
The last day of Expo 2020 is March 31 - meaning there are fewer than 60 days left to see the world's fair. Photo: Dubai Media Office
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