The UAE govt in a tweet announced on Thursday to extend the decision  to close the places of worship in the country until further notice in view of the  coronavirus pandemic.<br />''<br />''The tweet said the government has 'extended the decision to close  mosques, chapels and other places of worship' in the country  until further notice.<br />''<br />''The tweet further said that decision was taken in the interest of the safety of individuals and the health of the community – in coordination with the National Authority for Emergency and Disaster Management, the General Authority for Islamic Affairs and Endowments, federal and local religious and health authorities in the state.<br />''<br />''<br />