Amman: The United Arab Emirates The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announced on Monday a temporary shift to remote learning for all higher education institutions, effective from Tuesday until Friday, May 8. The move is part of a broader strategy to ensure safety amid escalating regional tensions.
According to Jordan News Agency, the UAE Ministry of Education issued a parallel decision covering the same period for students, as well as educational and administrative staff, in nurseries and all public and private schools across the country. Authorities stated that the measure was taken to ensure the safety of students and staff, with a formal reassessment of the situation scheduled for May 8.
The decision comes in response to an earlier statement from the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which strongly condemned renewed "treacherous terrorist attacks" by Iran targeting civilian sites and facilities within the Emirates. The ministry reported that the strikes, utilizing missiles and drones, resulted in injuries to three individuals of Indian nationality. Government officials emphasized that the shift to distance learning is a precautionary step to prioritize public safety during the current regional escalation.