'Life Is Fragile...': PV Sindhu Stranded In Dubai As Iranian Missiles Hit UAE Amid Escalating Tensions In Middle East

Dubai: Indian badminton player PV Sindhu is stranded at Dubai airport, UAE, amidst ongoing conflict in the Middle East has resulted in the suspension of flight operations. This comes after US and Israel launched joint airstrikes on Iran, following which the latter launched subsequent retaliatory attacks on several countries across the Middle East.

As per reports, PV Sindhu was set to travel for the All England Open 2026 in Birmingham, UK. The tournament is set to begin on March 3. While other players went on to Birmingham, Sindhu insisted on travelling today and hence got stuck in Dubai as US and Israel launched a surprise attack on Iran.

In a post on Instagram Story, Sindhu wrote, “All flights suspended until further notice.” Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport have suspended all flight operations till further notice.

‘Hard To Process…’: Sindhu

In a post on X, Sindhu said that it’s hard to process what’s unfolding right now. She added, “Hearing the interceptions overhead and seeing how quickly everything has escalated is honestly terrifying. So many disturbing videos are coming to light, and this is sadly the reality of what is happening. Dubai is a city I deeply love, a place that has always felt safe and full of life, which makes this moment even harder to comprehend.”

She further said, "To everyone who has been messaging and checking in, thank you, it truly means a lot. I am safe right now, stuck here in Dubai with my team, and we are doing okay as the situation around the war with Iran continues to evolve. The Airport is chaotic, with many families stranded and waiting, all of us just hoping we get past this soon.

Moments like these remind you how fragile normal life really is. Praying for safety and peace for everyone affected."

Drone Hits Dubai International Airport

Iran has since launched several attacks on Dubai. An Iranian drone also hit the Dubai International Airport, which was subsequently evacuated.

A huge explosion was also reported near world's tallest building Burj Khalifa, which was subsequently evacuated. Visuals also showed fire and plumes of smoke emanating from Dubai's luxury hotel, Fairmont Hotel, located on on Palm Jumeirah.

An Iranian drone hit also hit 7-star Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai. Visuals showed fire and thick plumes of smoke emanating from the building.

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