As many as 672 prisoners in Dubai have been pardoned ahead of the UAE's 50th National Day.
Their release was ordered by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
The humanitarian gesture is aimed at giving them an opportunity to start a new life and reintegrate into society.
Dubai Public Prosecution has started coordinating with Dubai Police to implement the directive.
. @HHShkMohd orders the release of 672 prisoners from #Dubai’s correctional and punitive establishments ahead of the UAE's 50th National Day. pic.twitter.com/5GvL9k0FBh
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 29, 2021
UAE intercepts 12 ballistic missiles, 17 drones on Monday
Two injured from falling debris in Abu Dhabi
UAE in 'state of defence' after Iranian missile and drone attacks, says MoFA
UAE responds to incoming missile, drone threats from Iran
