Authorities in the UAE are continuing its investigation into false reports of explosions in Dubai on Thursday.
Dr Hamad Al Shamsi, Attorney General, said on Saturday that prosecutors continue to investigate how the misinformation was published.
The National on Thursday reported that Reuters had published a story about blasts in Dubai's Business Bay, which Dubai Media Office dismissed as false.
Dr Al Shamsi said prosecutors had heard the reporter's statement and summoned “those responsible for preparing, approving and publishing the report at the news agency to examine their respective roles, the procedures followed in preparing, approving and publishing the report, and the extent of compliance with the legal and professional standards governing the verification of information before publication”.
The Attorney General added that the decision by Reuters to withdraw the report and publish an apology “does not preclude the continuation of the investigation to determine legal responsibility and take the actions required by law based on the outcome of the investigation”.
