Follow live updates below of the US-Israel war on Iran as it enters Day 18
Qatar’s Ministry of Interior has cautioned the public against reposting or sharing content from suspicious accounts spreading rumours and unverified information related to current incidents, stressing that doing so constitutes a clear violation and contributes to amplifying such content.
The Ministry noted that any violating content or suspicious accounts should be reported exclusively through the Metrash app under Security Window – Security Complaint – Economic and Cyber Crimes Combating Department, via email at [email protected], or by calling 999.
The Ministry warned that legal action will be taken against anyone found to be in violation of the relevant laws and instructions, in order to safeguard the security and stability of society.
Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident in the Bani Yas area caused by shrapnel falling after air defences intercepted a ballistic missile, resulting in the death of a Pakistani national.
The public has been urged to obtain information only from official sources and to refrain from spreading rumours or unverified reports.
The Education, Human Development and Community Development Council has announced the continuation of distance learning across all schools and higher education institutions for two weeks, alongside flexible remote work arrangements for caregivers among federal government employees.
Distance learning will apply to all nurseries, kindergartens, and public and private schools nationwide at the start of the third academic term, with the situation to be reviewed weekly in coordination with the Ministry of Education.
Higher education institutions will similarly shift to remote learning for two weeks following the spring break, with weekly assessments conducted in coordination with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Federal government employees who are parents or caregivers of children from nursery through Grade 8 will be offered flexible remote work arrangements where their job roles permit, in coordination with the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources. The measure falls under the Year of the Family framework and aims to support the educational process during this period.
Private educational institutions may submit requests to return to in-person learning when needed, with each request to be assessed accordingly.
The UAE Ministry of Interior has issued a public safety alert confirming that the situation is currently safe.
Residents are advised that they may resume their normal daily activities while remaining cautious, taking necessary precautions, and continuing to follow official instructions.
Qatar’s Ministry of Defence has announced that its armed forces have intercepted another missile attack directed at the State of Qatar.
Qatar’s Ministry of Defence has announced that the country was targeted by 14 Iranian ballistic missiles and several drones.
The Qatari Armed Forces successfully intercepted 13 of the ballistic missiles and all drones, while one missile landed in an uninhabited area causing no casualties or damage.
Fujairah authorities have confirmed that a fire erupted at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) after it was targeted by a drone.
Civil defence teams were immediately deployed and are continuing their efforts to bring the blaze under control. No injuries have been reported.
Abu Dhabi authorities have confirmed that specialised teams successfully contained and extinguished a fire at a facility in the Shah Field following a drone attack.
No injuries were reported. Operations at the site have been temporarily suspended pending a full assessment of the situation and the implementation of necessary measures.
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced that air navigation has returned to normal across UAE airspace following the stabilisation of the regional security situation and the lifting of temporary precautionary measures.
The decision was taken after a comprehensive assessment of operational and security conditions, in coordination with relevant authorities, with continuous real-time monitoring remaining in place.
The resumption follows an earlier temporary and partial closure of UAE airspace that had been implemented as an exceptional precautionary measure to ensure the safety of flights and crew amid rapidly evolving regional security developments.
The GCAA urged the public to continue obtaining information from official sources and thanked passengers and airlines for their cooperation throughout the disruption.
The UAE Ministry of Interior has announced that air defence systems are currently responding to a missile threat. The public is urged to remain in a safe place and follow warnings and updates through official channels.
The UAE Ministry of Defence has also confirmed that air defence systems are currently responding to incoming missile and drone attacks from Iran.
The Ministry clarified that sounds heard across various parts of the country are the result of air defence systems intercepting ballistic missiles and drones. The public is urged to adhere to all safety and security instructions issued by the relevant authorities.
The UAE Ministry of Interior has issued an emergency alert warning residents of a potential missile threat, directing everyone to immediately take shelter in the nearest secure building, move away from windows, doors, and open areas, and await further official instructions.
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