The Ministry of Health and Prevention has confirmed the first case of Omicron in the UAE.
The new COVID-19 variant was detected in an African woman who arrived from an African nation after passing through an Arab country.
The ministry said the infected person and her close contacts have been isolated.
It also added that the woman did not show any symptoms and she had received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine, as per the approved national protocol.
Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport resumes limited passenger flights
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have announced the resumption of limited passenger flights from Zayed International Airport after a period of disruption due to the ongoing regional developments.
Emirates to operate over 100 flights on March 5 and 6
Dubai's Emirates Airline has announced it will operate over 100 flights on March 5 and 6 from Dubai and return to "carry people eager to reach their final destinations, as well as essential cargo like perishables and pharmaceuticals" following the "partial reopening of regional airspace".
Global Village, Dubai Parks and Resorts to remain closed until Friday
Global Village and Dubai Parks and Resorts have announced that they will remain closed until Friday, March 6, as a precaution in line with official guidance and procedures.
UAE waives overstay fines for those affected by airspace closure
The UAE is exempting fines for travellers unable to depart due to recent flight suspensions and airspace closures.
Updated: flydubai resumes scheduled operations
UAE carrier flydubai has announced resumption of scheduled flights to several destinations on Thursday, March 5, with some operations impacted "where airspace restrictions remain in place".
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