The UAE Presidential Court has confirmed that Saturday, March 1, will be the first day of the holy month of Ramadan.
The moon-sighting committee, which met in Al Hosn, Abu Dhabi, on Friday evening, announced the sighting of the crescent moon.
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UAE: ceasefire must ensure end to Iranian attacks, freedom of navigation
The UAE says it is closely monitoring the announcement of a two-week ceasefire, and is seeking further details to ensure Iran fully commits to an immediate halt in hostilities and the unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
UAE foreign minister discusses regional security with global partners
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments with counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Bolivia.
UAE intercepts 17 ballistic missiles, 35 drones on Wednesday
The UAE air defences have successfully intercepted 17 ballistic missiles and 35 drones launched from Iran on Wednesday, the Ministry of Defence confirmed.
Three injured following fire at Abu Dhabi's Habshan gas facility
Abu Dhabi authorities have confirmed that three people were injured due to falllen debris from an interception at Habshan gas complex following a fire that broke out in the facility earlier on Wednesday.
The UAE says it is closely monitoring the announcement of a two-week ceasefire, and is seeking further details to ensure Iran fully commits to an immediate halt in hostilities and the unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments with counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Bolivia.
The UAE air defences have successfully intercepted 17 ballistic missiles and 35 drones launched from Iran on Wednesday, the Ministry of Defence confirmed.
