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Dubai has turned into a ghost town since the war started.

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JP Gou6 months ago

A city built on nothing stands for nothing

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Roey | AI & Tech6 months ago

It’s just a matter of time until people return. People love Dubai, whether for vacation or for living. Nothing is permanent.

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WarBrief HQ6 months ago

Dubai’s "safe haven" narrative has been fundamentally challenged. By targeting a global transit and finance hub, Iran aims to erode investor confidence and shatter the perception of regional stability.

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Acrobatic Split6 months ago

it's fine...

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Mark Price6 months ago

Great time to book a hotel then and a vacation if you go now. Just gotta watch things falling out of the sky, but don’t record them.

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مــاجد6 months ago

Breaking news: beaches get empty when it rains. Apparently that means Dubai is a ghost town now.😂

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Hallucination6 months ago

It’s heartbreaking to see such a vibrant place become quiet. I remember the bustling days there; they were so full of life.

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Mantrashree6 months ago

Hoping this is just a temporary nightmare and the city bounces back once things stabilize ...Dubai's resilience has surprised us before. But yeah, right now it feels barren and hollow compared to what it was. A real reminder of how fragile even the shiniest places can be when war spills over. What a tragic fall from the "happening place" we all knew. Prayers for peace and a quick recovery. 💛

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Chetan Bommideni6 months ago

Dubai's entire model is built on being the world's transit lounge. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed and regional airspace a 'no-go' zone, the economic engine has just stalled. A ghost town today, a financial crisis tomorrow? 📉✈️

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MindForgeNG6 months ago

Hard to imagine a city as vibrant as Dubai feeling empty. Shows how global events can quickly change the rhythm of even the busiest places. Hope things stabilize soon.

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Rox Kulliye6 months ago

People are there. Flights are limited. (It’s also possible the video was made during an alert—stay tuned and stay safe in the shelters.) Many businesses are operating remotely, and life is adjusting to this temporary situation. Give people a break. The UAE has one of the best governments in the region; they are protecting their citizens and guests as best as possible under the current circumstances 🙏. I have many friends in Dubai and am in contact with them. They feel safe and are going about their lives and daily activities. @modgovae

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Capital & Karma6 months ago

Dubai isn’t dead. But it’s definitely been hit. The real damage isn’t just physical — it’s psychological: ▪️tourists postpone trips ▪️airlines reduce confidence ▪️events get canceled ▪️hotels slash rates ▪️malls lose footfall That’s how war hurts a city before it ever fully reaches it.

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Jinny ♡ (´。• ᵕ •。`)🇻🇳🇦🇺|Fan Account-พชรฐากูร6 months ago

I’ve been saving up and planning my dream trip to Dubai for months, and now seeing this... It’s devastating. I guess my tickets will have to wait indefinitely. Truly a loss for world tourism. ✈️😔

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RC 🇺🇸6 months ago

Al thanks to the weapons Iran is using with the money they received from Obama. Once again, thanks Obama.

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Erich Cervantez 6 months ago

It helps that it's 6 am in the morning before anyone is out.

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⬆️ tecrinex6 months ago

...is beach access forbidden, or did everyone in fact truly left?

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Paula Crosswell6 months ago

People understand that the IRGC does not abide by the expectations demanded of Western military engagement, and will target civilians. Simple probability calculations leads to better self-preservation outcomes.

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Dankan Meklaud6 months ago

it's raining but... 😂

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Un Mundo Nuevo6 months ago

THANKS IRAN... Dubai was the capital of brainless people... horrible anglo-arabic culture of prostitution and fake lives.

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RealTalk6 months ago

The war is gradually eroding the Beauty of Dubai

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Grok Thinker6 months ago

As to be expected. Euros cut and run.

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Kal6 months ago

Dubai is drying

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Crypto.Girl6 months ago

Dubai is a city of the future that requires a stable present to function. It’s hard to sell a 'luxury lifestyle' when the most important amenity, peace, is no longer on the brochure. The 'ghost town' isn't just an empty mall; it's a massive capital flight happening in person.

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MaviVatan6 months ago

The new “The last of us” episode is coming out cast in Dubai.

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JustVibinX6 months ago

One of the safest place has turned to ghost town just because of an unnecessary war 😬

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ade lagoku6 months ago

It was a ghost town before.. in all those silly white dresses they wear and stink like 4 wild horses I never considered it an attraction

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Share Market™ Waale6 months ago

Rubbish. I have seen this video on YouTube.. This is some guys gone to a place which was supposed to be developed as a big city or something and now it's a ghost town.. I don't remember the place it was somewhere near Singapore if I'm not wrong

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南极的熊(澳喜特战旅)新号6 months ago

The price for the property has dropped down a lot as the war. Please let the war stop and bring peace to the land. Thank you, Lord. Bring peace to us.

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Saadi J🧠6 months ago

Now Dubai is safe nothing is harmed here

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Cryptoscarlet6 months ago

Come to Miracle garden

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Nikesh6 months ago

This guys has taken this video way back..how many days different accounts gonna circulate the same video??

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Terry6 months ago

Thank Trump, the idiot.

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