German Embassy in Bahrain Marks 80 Years Since WWII's End with Solemn Commemoration
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The German Embassy in Bahrain commemorated the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe and the liberation from National Socialism at the Residence of the German Ambassador in Saar today.
Hosted by His Excellency Ambassador Clemens Hach, the evening brought together high-level guests and dignitaries in remembrance and reflection. The event was attended by His Excellency Ambassador Khaled Yousef Al-Jalahma, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain, as the guest of honor, as well as H.E. Jamal Mohamed Fakhro, First Deputy Chairman of the Shura Council.
Also in attendance were Vice Admiral George M. Wikoff, Commander of the United States Naval Forces Central Command, numerous ambassadors accredited to the Kingdom of Bahrain as well as the national senior representatives from the Combined Maritime Forces stationed in Bahrain.
The celebration featured a piano performance by Ukrainian pianist Olha Kochura, who paid tribute to the victims of war through a carefully curated program of classical works reflecting themes of peace, loss, and resilience.
Ambassador Hach emphasized the importance of remembrance in his address, stating that remembering the suffering caused by war was part of the enduring responsibility we carry to promote peace, democracy, and human dignity.'
He also reaffirmed the commitment to maintain the International rules based order that was developped based on the lessons of World War II as the base of a peaceful international order.
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