Boxing Star Chris Eubank Jr Posts Shocking Footage of Dubai Explosions
British boxing champion Chris Eubank Jr has shared terrifying footage on Instagram showing Dubai engulfed in flames, urging people to "be safe" as tensions rapidly escalate in the Middle East. The dramatic clips, posted in the early hours of Saturday morning, capture fires and thick black smoke billowing into the sky near the Fairmont The Palm hotel, with air raid sirens wailing across the city.
US-Israeli Strikes Trigger Retaliatory Attacks Across Gulf Nations
The explosions follow coordinated military strikes by the United States and Israel targeting Iran, announced by US President Donald Trump. Iran retaliated by launching counterstrikes against American military bases in several Gulf nations, including:
- Bahrain
- Kuwait
- Qatar
- Jordan
- United Arab Emirates
- Iraq
Residents were captured on camera fleeing for cover in Dubai as at least three major explosions rocked the city. Eubank Jr wrote in his Instagram post: "Explosions going off on the Dubai Palm right now. Please everyone be safe."
Saudi Arabia Condemns Iranian Aggression
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has responded strongly to Iran's strikes, condemning what it called "blatant Iranian aggression" and violations of sovereignty across neighbouring countries. In an official statement, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the Kingdom's full solidarity with affected nations and pledged to mobilise all capabilities to assist them.
The ministry warned of serious consequences from continued violations of state sovereignty and breaches of international law, calling on the international community to confront Iranian actions that undermine regional security and stability.
Trump's Stark Warning to Iranian Forces
President Trump delivered a forceful statement demanding members of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps surrender or "face certain death." In what he characterised as a decisive message, Trump also appealed directly to the Iranian people to seize control of their destiny, explicitly calling for regime change.
"To the members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard, the armed forces, and all of the police, I say tonight that you must lay down your weapons and have complete immunity. Or in the alternative, face certain death," Trump declared. "Now is the time to seize control of your destiny, and to unleash the prosperous and glorious future that is close within your reach."
Regional Impact and Contingency Planning
The escalating conflict has prompted Formula 1 to draw up contingency plans amid concerns over its 2026 race calendar, with the motorsport series scheduled to compete in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia in mid-April. The developments come as residents across affected Gulf nations remain on high alert, with authorities urging caution and increased security measures.
The situation continues to develop rapidly, with international observers monitoring the potential for further escalation across the volatile region. Diplomatic efforts are underway to de-escalate tensions, though military posturing from multiple nations suggests the crisis may intensify in coming days.
