Luisa Zissman, the former Apprentice star, has sparked controversy by mocking tourists who fled Dubai during the recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East. The 38-year-old, who relocated to Dubai in December with her husband and two of her three children, flew back to the UK this week amid missile strikes and drone attacks on the UAE.
Zissman shared a meme on Instagram featuring actor Cillian Murphy looking unimpressed, with text reading: 'Everyone in (UAE flags) seeing tourists talk in interviews like they just came back from the frontlines.' The post appeared to ridicule those who had expressed panic about being trapped in Dubai, despite Zissman herself having left the country.
Earlier, she told her 712,000 followers she was in her 'refugee era' after returning to London, admitting she felt 'paranoid' about phone theft. She praised the UAE for a smooth journey via Oman, adding: 'It was very, very easy.' Zissman said she had always planned to return for work but brought her daughters due to fears they might not be able to leave later.
The UAE has faced missile strikes and drone attacks following US and Israeli military actions against Iran. While some influencers in Dubai claim to feel safe, others have admitted fear during the strikes. Zissman's comments have drawn mixed reactions online.
