Prayers in mosques, churches and all other places of worship in the UAE are being suspended temporarily for a period of four weeks.
According to national news agency WAM, the decision comes into effect from 9:00 pm on Monday.
It's part of precautionary and preventive measures being taken by the UAE to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Authorities have called on citizens, residents and visitors to comply with the decision, which will be reviewed in four weeks from now.
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The UAE's National Media Authority has taken legal action against two individuals for violating media regulations and content standards.
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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
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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.
