Eid Al Adha holidays have been announced for the UAE’s public and private sector workforce. Ministries and government departments will be off for four days from Wednesday, September 23; and normal working hours will resume from Sunday, September 27. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Labour has declared a three-day paid holiday for the private sector from Wednesday, September 23 until Friday, September 25.
UAE retains its right to self-defence
The UAE says it has not changed its defensive posture despite repeated Iranian attacks, confirming it has faced more than a thousand strikes, more than all other targeted countries combined.
Dubai contains drone-related fire near US Consulate
Authorities in Dubai have confirmed that a fire near the US Consulate, caused by a drone-related incident, has been successfully contained.
UAE extends remote learning period
Authorities in the UAE announced the continuation of distance learning until Friday, March 6, for public and private schools and universities nationwide.
Dubai Government staff to receive salaries early
Salaries for Dubai Government employees will be released on March 17, ahead of Eid Al Fitr.
