Instagram and Facebook services were disrupted for UAE users on Sunday. ReutersInfoSocial media platforms were down for many users in the EmiratesThe NationalJuly 19, 2026
UAE residents experienced disruptions to Facebook and Instagram services on Sunday, with reports peaking between noon and 1pm.
The outages affected both platforms globally, with Meta's networks experiencing widespread international disruption.
Facebook users primarily faced difficulties on the desktop version, while Instagram users were unable to access their feed or use the app.
The disruption was not linked to country-level internet filtering, with monitoring service Netblocks confirming it was a broader technical issue.
