UAE urges citizens to stay away from protest areas in US

Washington - The embassy advised its citizens to abide by the curfew decision

Published: Thu 7 Jan 2021, 7:19 AM

Updated: Thu 7 Jan 2021, 10:11 AM

The UAE Embassy in US on Thursday issued an advisory for Emirati citizens in Washington, asking them to stay away from protest areas in the city.

The embassy also advised its citizens to abide by the curfew decision starting from 6 pm today until 6 am on Thursday, January 7.

In case of an emergency, Emirati travellers are requested to contact (202) 243-2400.

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The advisory comes after supporters of US President Donald Trump stormed the US Capitol building where Congress meets in a bid to overturn the results of the Nov. 3 election won by Joe Biden.

Photo: Reuters

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