{"id":11741,"date":"2025-01-18T14:25:45","date_gmt":"2025-01-18T10:25:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/abudhabi\/en\/?p=11741"},"modified":"2025-01-18T14:26:22","modified_gmt":"2025-01-18T10:26:22","slug":"al-asayil-street-renamed-to-al-nakhwah-street-in-khalifa-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/abudhabi\/en\/news\/al-asayil-street-renamed-to-al-nakhwah-street-in-khalifa-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Al Asayil Street Renamed to Al Nakhwah Street in Khalifa City"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Khalifa City\u2019s Al Asayil Street has officially renamed to Al Nakhwah Street as a meaningful gesture of resilience. This change coincides with the third anniversary of the Houthi drone attack that targeted Abu Dhabi\u2019s Mussafah area on January 17, 2022.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Al Nakhwah Street stretches 6 kilometers from Al Fursan Street to Al Bandar Street. It is a key road in Khalifa City. The street intersects with important roads, including Theyab Bin Eissa Street. It is known for its well-maintained landscaping and heavy traffic. Due to its location near popular areas like Masdar City and the Al Forsan International Sport Resort, both drivers and pedestrians frequently use the street<\/p>\n

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The new name, \u201cAl Nakhwah,\u201d holds significant meaning. It represents bravery and the strength to support others in tough times\u2014values that reflect the UAE\u2019s response to the attack.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The word “Al Nakhwah” holds deep cultural significance. It symbolizes endurance and unity, reflecting how the UAE united after the tragic event. Renaming the street is a powerful reminder of the country\u2019s commitment to standing strong in the face of adversity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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This renaming also recalls the events of January 17, 2022. A drone attack caused an explosion of fuel tanks and a minor fire near Abu Dhabi International Airport (now Zayed International Airport<\/a>). The attack claimed three lives and left six others with injuries.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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This street name now serves as a lasting tribute to the strength and unity that the country continues to embody.<\/p>\n

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