The UAE has confirmed 283 new cases of COVID-19.
According to the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), this now brings the total number of cases to 2,359.
The ministry revealed that one person has died from the virus, which makes the total number of deaths in the country 12.
They also announced that 19 more people have recovered from the virus, bringing the total number of recoveries to 186.
UAE responds to missile threats early Wednesday
The UAE's Ministry of Defence (MoD) said air defences were responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran early on Wednesday morning.
UAE reaffirms security is 'non-negotiable' after Iranian attacks
The United Arab Emirates has condemned what it describes as Iranian attacks targeting its security, reaffirming that it will not tolerate any threat to its sovereignty.
Gargash: UAE could join US-led effort to secure Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates could take part in a US-led effort to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed said, though he added no formal plan had been agreed and discussions were ongoing.
UAE Council for Fatwa calls for Shawwal crescent sighting on Wednesday
The UAE Council for Fatwa has called on the public to sight the crescent moon marking the beginning of Shawwal 1447 AH on Wednesday evening, March 18, corresponding to the 29th day of Ramadan.
