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Can Dubai’s luxe image survive the war with Iran? | BBC News

As the summer holiday season draws to a close, foreigners travelling to and from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates are facing delays, cancellations and severe travel warnings. The disruption comes as a result of the UAE’s position in the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran. Throughout the conflict, Iran has attacked the UAE more times than any other country, including Israel. Until the war with Iran began, Dubai was a major tourist destination, famous for its modern skyscrapers, luxurious beaches and low crime rate. For decades, the Gulf city has promised residents and tourists alike safety, security and stability – so has that promise fallen apart? And what could that mean for the city’s future? The Global Story’s Asma Khalid speaks to Sameer Hashmi, an independent journalist based in Dubai, about how Brand Dubai is weathering a major regional war. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Iran #Dubai #UAE Timecodes: 0:00 Introduction 1:12 Asma meets Sameer Hashmi 1:29 Why was the war with Iran so disorientating for so many? 4:37 What was the impact of the attack on the UAE? 8:28 Why do so many people choose to live in Dubai? 12:24 Why did the UAE government not want social media influencers posting about the war? 16:00 How do the press function as an industry in the UAE? 19:59 Why did so many social media influencers post pro government messaging? 23:20 How has the war impacted tourism in Dubai? 25:49 Has there been recent attacks by Iran in Dubai? 26:29 Is Dubai still a safe city to live and work?

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Iran claims to have captured US submersible in Strait of Hormuz | BBC News

Iranian forces claim to have seized a "state of the art" unmanned US submersible at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz. Qatar says it is working with partners around the world to restart peace talks between the United States and Iran. In Yemen, an escalation in fighting between the Iran-backed Houthis and Saudi-supported government forces leaves hundreds dead and tens of thousands of people displaced. And the boss of Dubai International Airport says he's "very confident" about the future, as passengers return to the hub despite continued uncertainty in the region. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Iran #US #BBCNews

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