It is also dealing with phone scams, stranded tourists in Abu Dhabi, panic buying, and questions over work-from-home and remote study. UAE authorities warn against phone scammersThe UAE Interior Ministry warned of a scam from the number 70614213. Tourists stranded in Abu Dhabi to be taken care ofThe Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) in Abu Dhabi announced it will cover the costs of guests whose stay in Abu Dhabi had to be extended due to the security situation and flight cancellations. UAE government cautions against panic buying and stockpilingThere has been some panic buying at supermarkets in UAE. Authorities reassured residents that there is no shortage of essential supplies and no need for panic buying or stockpiling.

Source: Ethiopian News March 01, 2026 16:05 UTC