The UAE has confirmed 2,730 new cases of COVID-19 from 127,572 tests.
Another 4,452 people have received the all-clear, taking the overall recovery tally to 281,410.
Meanwhile, nine more patients have died, bringing the total number of fatalities to 859.
A total of 306,339 cases have been diagnosed in the UAE so far, out of which 24,070 are currently active.
UAE air defences intercept 6 missiles and 9 drones on Friday
The UAE air defences have intercepted 6 ballistic missiles and 9 drones on Friday, according to a statement from the Ministry of Defence.
Rainy weather to continue across UAE until Friday night
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast more rain for parts of the UAE until Friday night, driven by a main weather front over the far western regions.
Remote learning to continue for Dubai schools until April 3, KHDA clarifies
Private schools and early learning centres in Dubai will continue remote learning until April 3, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) confirmed on Friday.
Travellers welcomed with special 'Dubai World Cup' stamp
Travellers landing at Dubai International Airport are receiving a special passport stamp featuring the 'Dubai World Cup 2026' logo.
