Dubai Arrests Over Social Media Drone Strike Posts

0:00On March 18, Dubai authorities have arrested dozens of people, including tourists and residents for sharing videos and photos of Iranian drone and missile strikes on social media. This crackdown aims to stop content that could spark public panic during the ongoing Middle East conflict. Even shares made before official warnings have led to detentions under strict cybercrime laws with penalties up to two years in prison and fines of. At least 200,000 deer hams. Here this week, a tourist and his father were held after posting footage of attacks, despite the man's apology and regret. Meanwhile, three survivors of a drone strike on their apartment building faced arrest for privately sending photos to family to confirm they were. Safe. Police checked their phones and took them into custody without lawyer access. Human rights advocates highlight the harsh response, noting detainees are at the mercy of state security with no embassy contact. A 60-year-old British man is among 21 charged for similar posts, claiming he deleted the

1:02content when asked and met no harm. Families express shock over the rapid enforcement. New details reveal police release mug shots of 25 arrested individuals grouped by sharing real footage, fake videos, or content praising, enemies. Up to 100 people may be detained across the United Arab Emirates, with Abu Dhabi police alone holding 45 for filming key sites. As air defenses intercept thousands of incoming threats, officials monitor platforms closely and urge calm, framing loud booms as signs of protection. Social media now fills with praise for the government's response, instead of strike images.