Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Sri Lanka today, following eight bombings across Catholic churches and five-star hotels.

The death toll is now at 207 with over 400 others injured and HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai shared this unifying post to Instagram:

‘Terrorists are those who betray worshippers in their places of worship, plant fear in their hearts and try to ignite religious conflicts in societies. Our condolences to the people of Sri Lanka, to the world and to everyone who works tirelessly towards tolerance and coexistence.’

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UAE citizens are advised against travelling to Sri Lanka at this time

If you’re a UAE resident in Sri Lanka in need of assistance, you can call this number help line: 0097180044444

تهيب وزارة الخارجية والتعاون الدولي مواطني الدولة بتأجيل السفر إلى سريلانكا في الوقت الحاضر بسبب الأوضاع الراهنة، كما تطلب من المواطنين المتواجدين في سريلانكا المغادرة والتواصل مع مركز الاتصال التابع لوزارة الخارجية والتعاون الدولي

0097180044444

— وزارة الخارجية والتعاون الدولي (@MoFAICUAE) April 21, 2019

The reaction online is one of whole-hearted shock, disgust and sadness at the sickening attacks

This is just one touching reaction to the atrocities:

Flights in and out Sri Lanka are running as scheduled but travellers are advised to allow plenty of time pre-departure from Colombo

Due to heightened security measures, we urge passengers departing Sri Lanka to arrive at the airport at least 4 hours before their flight departure. At this time, Emirates’ flights between Colombo and Dubai are operating as scheduled. We are monitoring the situation closely.

— Emirates Airline (@emirates) April 21, 2019