The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 988 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha.
This humanitarian gesture is aimed at giving the inmates an opportunity to rebuild their lives and return to their families.
The Rulers of the Emirates usually pardon prisoners to mark major religious occasions.
Eid Al Adha will begin on Wednesday, June 28.
Etihad extends suspension of operations
Etihad Airways has extend the suspension of its operations until 2:00 pm on March 2, Monday, due to the closure of regional airspaces.
Drone intercepted near Abu Dhabi Airport; debris causes fatality
Authorities in Abu Dhabi are responding to an incident after a drone targeting Zayed International Airport was intercepted.
Civil Defence teams tackle fire at Jebel Ali Port
Dubai authorities confirmed that debris from an aerial interception sparked a fire at a berth in Jebel Ali Port.
Dubai carriers suspend operations until 3pm Sunday
Emirates Airline and flydubai have announced temporary suspension of operations to and from Dubai, up until 3:00 pm on Sunday, "due to the ongoing developments in the region".
