Global and religious leaders from around the world united in prayer in the fight against the coronavirus.
Organised by the UAE's Higher Committee of Human Fraternity, the day of prayer brought people of different faiths together for a solution to the health crisis.
During the mass prayer, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance, was joined by several other religious figures representing Islam, Christianity, Hinduism and Buddhism.
"We meet today to pray to the Creator to eradicate the coronavirus and to inspire us with the ability, cooperation, solidarity and joint action in the face of this affliction," he said.
Dr Ahmad El Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al Azhar and chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, and Pope Francis were amongst the most prominent religious leaders who urged everyone to forget their religious differences and pray as one voice.
Meanwhile, Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa also lit up in solidarity.
The UAE's Ministry of Interior has confirmed it is closely monitoring regional developments and remains at the highest level of readiness to take all necessary precautionary measures to safeguard the country and its people.
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced the temporary partial closure of the UAE’s airspace, as an exceptional precautionary measure aimed at ensuring the safety of flights and aircrews, and safeguarding the UAE’s territory, amid rapidly evolving regional security developments.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, along with the rulers of Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain and Ajman have signed the National Education Charter.
Some flydubai flights have been impacted due to the temporary closure of airspaces in Iran, Israel and Iraq, a spokesperson for the airline confirmed on Saturday.