UAE to hold minute of silence on Martyrs' Day

The main activities for observing the first Martyrs' Day on 30 November have been approved. According to national news agency WAM, events will start at 8 am, with the lowering of UAE flags across the country. A minute of silence and prayer will follow at 11:30 am after which the flags will be flown again with the playing of the national anthem. Residents are encouraged to participate online using the hashtag “We will never forget their sacrifices”.