The UAE will implement a nationwide change to the timing of Friday prayers beginning January 2, 2026, according to an announcement from the country’s religious authorities.
The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat said the Friday sermon and congregational prayer will begin at 12:45pm across all mosques. The adjustment is intended to unify prayer timings throughout the Emirates.
The public is encouraged to arrive early to perform the prayer on time.
UAE leaders hail nation's spirit on 'Day of Solidarity'
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has hailed the country's "enduring resilience and the courage and determination of its people" as he marked the 'Day of Solidarity' on social media.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan calls on community to mark 'Day of Solidarity'
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has "invited" residents to tune in to national media channels at 11:00 am on Saturday to mark the 'Day of Solidarity'.
Burj Khalifa lights up to mark UAE's 'Day of Solidarity'
Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa lit up in white on Friday night to mark the UAE's 'Day of Solidarity'.
UAE renews call for peace in Sudan at Cairo meeting
UAE Minister of State, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, has underscored the importance of intensifying joint action for the "security and stability" in Sudan at the fifth Consultative Meeting in Cairo.
World Governments Summit announces record leadership attendance
The upcoming World Governments Summit in Dubai is set to host the largest leadership gathering in its history.
Abu Dhabi motorist arrested for livestreaming while driving dangerously
A motorist caught livestreaming on social media while driving has been arrested by Abu Dhabi Police.
UAE condemns attack on armed forces in Chad
The UAE has strongly condemned the attack carried out by an armed group in southern Chad that resulted in the deaths and injuries of multiple members of the country's armed forces.
UAE withdraws another Nestlé baby product after global recall
The UAE has announced the withdrawal of another Nestlé infant milk product, the S26 AR GOLD, after recalling a host of baby formula over the presence of toxin-forming bacteria.
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