Dubai: At least 375 people of various nationalities have been arrested in UAE's Abu Dhabi on suspicion of sharing 'misleading' information on social media related to the conflict in West Asia, police said on Wednesday.
A statement released by the UAE's official news agency WAM said that the force reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing security and safety in cooperation with relevant authorities across the emirate.
The police stressed that such practices constitute a clear violation of laws and regulations aimed at protecting society and preserving its security and stability.
Abu Dhabi police said that despite repeated warnings and alerts, some individuals were found to have violated instructions, stressing that the authorities will not tolerate anyone proven to be involved in spreading panic or stirring public opinion, which is a punishable offence under the law.
The force called on the public to exercise accuracy and credibility when sharing information, rely on approved official sources, and avoid circulating rumours or republishing unverified news.
