The Eid Al Adha holiday for UAE federal ministries and entities will begin on Friday, July 8.
Making the announcement, the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources said the four-day break will end on Monday, July 11.
Work for all federal ministries and entities will resume on Tuesday, July 12.
The crescent moon marking the beginning of the month of Dhul-Hijjah was sighted in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday evening.
Abu Dhabi confirms 6 injured from falling debris at ICAD2
Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident of debris falling in two locations in the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi Zone 2 (ICAD2) following the successful interception of drones by air defence systems.
Emirates to operate over 100 flights on March 5 and 6
Dubai's Emirates Airline has announced it will operate over 100 flights on March 5 and 6 from Dubai and return to "carry people eager to reach their final destinations, as well as essential cargo like perishables and pharmaceuticals" following the "partial reopening of regional airspace".
UAE intercepts 6 ballistic missiles, 125 drones on Thursday
The UAE air defences said it has intercepted 6 of the 7 ballistic missiles detected in the region on Thursday, with one falling within the country's territory.
UAE-US mediates exchange of 400 prisoners between Russia and Ukraine
The UAE-US joint mediation has led to the release of 400 prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine.
