ABU DHABI / WAM The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre welcomed 3,226,103 guests during the holy month of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr prayers across the mosques it manages nationwide. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi received 1,695,698 guests, including 510,046 worshippers, 205,642 visitors, 4,862 track users and 980,010 iftar guests, marking the highest number of iftar meals ever recorded …
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DMT affirms readiness to respond to expected weather conditions across Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has raised the level of its readiness to manage the weather conditions expected to affect the UAE between 21 and 27 March 2026. The measures are part of an emergency plan implemented in coordination with strategic partners to ensure community safety and the continuity of services without …
Read More »Distance learning strengthens resilience of UAE education sector
ABU DHABI / WAM The distance learning system in the UAE represents a key pillar ensuring the continuity of the educational process and the flexibility of implementing academic plans under various circumstances. The country has developed an advanced and adaptable education system capable of responding swiftly to changes and emergencies without compromising quality or continuity. The decision to continue distance …
Read More »UAE President’s condolences conveyed by HE Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazrouei during visit to family of victim of Iranian terrorist attacks
ABU DHABI / WAM His Excellency Dr Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the President’s Office for Strategic Affairs and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, conveyed the condolences of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the family of Alaa Nader Awni Mushtaha, who passed away following the Iranian terrorist attacks targeting the UAE. …
Read More »UAE President visits Hamad Saeed Al Balushi
ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Hamad Saeed Al Balushi. His Highness exchanged Eid Al-Fitr greetings with Hamad Saeed Al Balushi and his family, conveying his best wishes for the occasion. They also prayed for continued prosperity and blessings for the UAE and its people and for the country to continue to enjoy …
Read More »UAE expresses solidarity with Qatar, Türkiye and offers condolences over martyrdom of seven people in helicopter crash
ABU DHABI / WAM The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity and sincere condolences with the State of Qatar and the Republic of Türkiye over the martyrdom of seven people following the crash of a helicopter in Qatar’s territorial waters, as a result of a technical malfunction during a routine mission. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs …
Read More »UAE President visits Salem bin Loutia Al Ameri
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Salem bin Loutia Al Ameri. His Highness exchanged Eid Al-Fitr greetings with Al Ameri and his family, conveying his best wishes for the occasion. They also prayed for the continued strength, progress, and security of the UAE. The family warmly welcomed His Highness, expressing their …
Read More »UAE and Mauritanian Presidents exchange Eid Al-Fitr greetings in phone call
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, today exchanged Eid Al-Fitr greetings during a phone call, conveying their best wishes for continued wellbeing, prosperity, and stability for their two countries and peoples. They also expressed sincere wishes for …
Read More »UAE air defences responding to incoming missile, drone threats from Iran
ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE air defences are currently responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) asserted that the sounds heard in various parts of the country are the result of the air defence systems intercepting missiles and drones.
Read More »UAE launches Phase 1 of R&D Tax Incentives Programme
ABU DHABI/WAM The UAE on Wednesday announced the launch of Phase 1 of its Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentives Programme, marking an important step in strengthening the country’s innovation ecosystem and supporting sustainable, long-term economic growth. Under the first phase of the programme, businesses will be able to benefit from a non-refundable R&D tax credit of up to 50% …
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