Counting pills, fearing blasts: Indians stranded in West Asia Thousands of Indians are stranded across West Asia as US-Israel strikes on Iran triggered retaliatory actions, leading to widespread airspace closures. Dubai, a major transit hub, is severely affected, with numerous flights cancelled. Tourists, expatriates, and families are facing financial hardship and uncertainty, with some seeking shelter with locals. #US-Israel_strikes #airspace_closures #retaliatory_actions #West_Asia #Asia_Thousands #Iran_triggered #Counting_pills #fearing_blasts #Indians_stranded #triggered_retaliatory
Sonal Chauhan stranded in Dubai amid Middle East crisis, seeks PM Narendra Modi’s help The escalating tensions in the Middle East, triggered by joint US-Israel strikes on Iran and subsequent retaliatory actions, have disrupted air travel across the region, leading to widespread flight cancellations, airspace closures, and stranded passengers—including several high-profile individuals. Bollywood actress Sonal Chauhan, known for her debut role in the 2008 film Jannat, has publicly appealed for assistance after finding herself stuck in Dubai. In a post on social media (shared on platforms like Instagram Stories and X), she wrote: "Hon’ble PM @narendramodi ji, I am currently stranded in Dubai due to the ongoing crisis, with flights cancelled and no clear way to return to India. I respectfully seek the Government’s guidance for a safe journey home. Grateful for any support extended. ”Hon’ble PM @narendramodi ji, I am currently stranded in Dubai due to the ongoing crisis, with flights cancelled and no clear way to return to India. I respectfully seek the Government’s guidance for a safe journey home Grateful for any support extended🙏🏻🇮🇳@MEAIndia @IndiainDubai — SONAL CHAUHAN (@sonalchauhan7) February 28, 2026 Meanwhile, the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi issued an advisory in response to the "current regional situation," urging all Indian nationals in the UAE to: Avoid unnecessary travel Take due care and remain vigilant Follow safety guidelines and advisories from UAE auth... #Narendra_Modi #Middle_East #Middle #amid_Middle #Sonal_Chauhan #East_crisis #Dubai_amid #airspace_closures #retaliatory_actions #high-profile_individuals
