It has been confirmed that Friday, April 24, will be the first day of Ramadan in the UAE.
An official moon-sighting committee met virtually on Thursday evening after Maghrib prayers to determine the start of the Holy Month.
Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar (Hijri) when Muslims around the world fast from dawn to sunset.
The month will end (usually 29 or 30 days) when the next crescent moon is sighted, also marking the start of Eid Al Fitr.
UAE air defences respond to fresh missile threats on Monday
The United Arab Emirates air defences are responding to missile and drone threats, according to statements from the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) on Monday morning.
Abu Dhabi responds to missile debris incident
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have responded to an incident involving falling debris in the Al Shawamekh area, following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems.
UAE responds to missile and drone threats
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Dubai issues safety guidelines for unsettled weather
Authorities in Dubai have issued safety guidelines as unstable weather is forecast across the emirate from Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27.
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