The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced that 40,434 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine were administered during the past 24 hours.
The total number of doses provided up to today stands at 15,574,641 with a rate of vaccine distribution of 157.47 doses per 100 people.
The vaccination drive is in line with the Ministry's plan to provide the vaccine to all members of society and acquire immunity, with the aim to reduce the number of cases and control the spread of the virus.
Dubai confirms successful interception operations on Wednesday
Dubai authorities have confirmed on Wednesday the success of all air interception operations, with no injuries reported.
Dubai Airports maintains strong operations during regional developments
CEO of Dubai Airports, Paul Griffiths, has stated that the aviation hub's recovery has reached 40 per cent of normal traffic movement as it strongly recovers from the ongoing regional developments.
UAE Eid Al-Fitr prayers to be held in mosques only
The UAE's General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments & Zakat has confirmed that Eid Al-Fitr prayers will not be held in open prayer grounds or outdoor spaces, and will be confined only to mosques across the country in efforts to ensure the safety of the public.
UAE responds to a new wave of missile, drone threats on Wednesday
UAE authorities have announced on Wednesday morning that they are responding to another wave of missile and drone threats from Iran.
