UAE to extend decision to close places of worship until further notice

The UAE govt in a tweet announced on Thursday to extend the decision  to close the places of worship in the country until further notice in view of the  coronavirus pandemic.

The tweet said the government has 'extended the decision to close  mosques, chapels and other places of worship' in the country  until further



notice.

The tweet further said that decision was taken in the interest of the safety of individuals and the health of the community - in coordination with the National Authority for Emergency and Disaster Management, the General Authority for Islamic Affairs and Endowments, federal and local religious and health authorities in the state.