President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 855 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha.
The inmates, who were sentenced for various crimes, will also have their debts paid off.
The humanitarian gesture is aimed at giving the individuals a second chance in life and helping them reunite with their families.
Two face legal action over offensive social media broadcast
The UAE's National Media Authority has taken legal action against two individuals for violating media regulations and content standards.
UAE expresses solidarity with Greece, Denmark after helicopter crash
The United Arab Emirates has expressed solidarity with Greece and Denmark following the collision of two helicopters participating in efforts to extinguish fires in the Greek capital Athens.
UAE, Qatar discuss regional developments and security
The United Arab Emirates has discussed regional developments and enhancing security with Qatar.
1 dead, 5 injured after gas cylinder blast at Dubai car showroom
Dubai Civil Defence teams have completed response operations following a gas cylinder explosion at a car showroom on Sheikh Zayed Road.
The UAE's National Media Authority has taken legal action against two individuals for violating media regulations and content standards.
The United Arab Emirates has expressed solidarity with Greece and Denmark following the collision of two helicopters participating in efforts to extinguish fires in the Greek capital Athens.
The United Arab Emirates has discussed regional developments and enhancing security with Qatar.
