Prayers in mosques, churches and all other places of worship in the UAE are being suspended temporarily for a period of four weeks.
According to national news agency WAM, the decision comes into effect from 9:00 pm on Monday.
It's part of precautionary and preventive measures being taken by the UAE to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Authorities have called on citizens, residents and visitors to comply with the decision, which will be reviewed in four weeks from now.
Abu Dhabi announces partial road closures in Al Dhafra region
Abu Dhabi authorities have announced partial road closures in the Al Dhafra region starting Sunday, including Sheikha Salama Bint Butti Road (E45) in Madinat Zayed and Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Int’l Road (E11), as part of ongoing maintenance work.
UAE aid ship departs for Gaza with 7,200 tonnes of relief supplies
The 'UAE Humanitarian Ship' has set sail for the Gaza Strip, carrying 7,200 tonnes of vital aid as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
GITEX GLOBAL wraps up with record international participation
GITEX GLOBAL 2025 wrapped up its 45th edition on Friday in Dubai, capping off five days of breakthrough tech showcases, global dialogue and deal-making.
Driver gets 23 black points for nearly knocking down delivery rider
A driver in Dubai has been handed 23 black points and fined AED2,000 for violating the traffic laws and endangering the life of a delivery rider.
UAE leaders pay tribute to Kenya's veteran politician Raila Odinga
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led the messages of condolences to Kenyan President Dr. William Samoei Ruto on the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
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