An influencer snapped a photo of the beach in Dubai and claimed there’s ‘no drama’ (stock image) (Image: Getty)
A Pilates instructor travelled to Dubai and claimed to be experiencing « no drama or fear » but has since received a reality check. Restrictions and enhanced security measures are currently in place throughout the United Arab Emirates following a succession of drone and missile strikes by Iran.
Numerous flights have been grounded after the decision to shut UAE airspace, leaving countless travellers stranded. One influencer and author has opted to focus on the brighter side of things but faced criticism for appearing to downplay the severity of the situation in Dubai.
Jade Marrey, 31, turned to Threads to provide an update on her current predicament. Several days ago, she said: « Very grateful to be in a hotel safe however the fact I was meant to fly home on Tuesday but ended up in hospital and missing my flight makes this so sucky. »
However, a more recent post has sparked controversy.
The author penned: « Everyone is panicking about Dubai… I’m currently sitting at Dubai Creek, kids running around with families, people enjoying coffee in the sunshine or strolling along the water. No drama or fear. »
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In the comments section, people were swift to voice their opinions, with many highlighting how rapidly her circumstances could deteriorate.
One person said: « For now? What about tomorrow or the following day? Don’t feel too comfortable. Be alert. You don’t know what’s coming. Pray. »
Another said: « Day-to-day life often looks normal until it doesn’t. Hopefully it stays peaceful – but contingency planning isn’t the same as hysteria. »
A third shared: « At the same time my friend gets warnings to seek shelter… they are by the airport. Stuck. Just waiting to go home. »
And a fourth commented: « War doesn’t knock on your door and give you a pamphlet stating the price of your new iPhone, it happens all of sudden, that’s why it changes your reality, that’s how it shatters your life. Displaces people and till then, everything seems fine. »
Another person said: « I was just there. What you state is accurate. It is also accurate that missiles and drones are passing you in the air and some [are] being intercepted right above you. You are normalising war. »
Jade replied: « I am not normalising war, I am stating a fact that people are out and about with their kids and living their lives… mentioned nothing about war. »
In another comment, Jade posted a photo of the beach and said: « Everyone calling me all sorts of names yet Kite beach is HEAVING with people living their lives. »
However, another Threads user could understand Jade’s viewpoint and added: « Life goes on, even in a war zone. Days after the 7/7 [bomb attacks] in London were normal, we got the bus or tube just because we had to. »
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