UAE nationals quarantined after returning from Iran

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The UAE has evacuated all Emirati nationals from Iran.

That's according to a statement by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. 

This comes as part of the country's efforts to counter the spread of COVID-19.

All quarantine procedures were applied to citizens who have returned to the Emirates and continuous checks are also being conducted to ensure their wellbeing. 

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