Overview
- Following the President’s directive, mosques across all emirates held the two-rak'ah Salat al-Istisqa around 12:45pm ahead of the weekly congregation.
- Rulers, crown princes, and senior officials joined worshippers at prominent sites including Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi and Al Safa Grand Mosque in Dubai.
- Many residents left work early or adjusted schedules to attend, with some mosques shifting Friday prayer timings to accommodate the special service.
- Worshippers described the post-prayer supplications as deeply emotional as imams led extended du'a asking for mercy and beneficial rain.
- Authorities warned of heavier traffic near major mosques and signaled possible temporary diversions to manage large crowds.