Overview
- Distance learning remains in place nationwide through Friday, March 6, for all public and private schools as well as universities.
- Spring break will run from Monday, March 9, to Sunday, March 22, under the revised 2025–2026 academic calendar.
- The Ministry of Defence reported 186 missiles and 812 drones launched toward the UAE, with 172 missiles and 755 drones intercepted, three deaths and 68 minor injuries.
- NCEMA activated business continuity measures and a joint national media cell, urging the public to rely on official guidance as monitoring continues.
- NYU Abu Dhabi moved to remote operations for the foreseeable future, while India’s CBSE postponed March 5–6 exams for GCC and Iran schools.