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Swasika Returns Safely After Dubai Airport Shutdown Amid Iran-Israel Strikes

Malayalam actress Swasika has returned safely to Cochin International Airport after being stranded in Dubai due to a shutdown amid escalating Middle East tensions. She reported no "heavy panic" but acknowledged the anxiety of being abroad during such a crisis. Bollywood actor Esha Gupta also shared her experience of being caught in the chaos at the closed airport, describing strangers consoling each other. The airport closure followed US and Israeli strikes on Iran, which triggered retaliatory actions from Tehran.

Key Points: Swasika, Esha Gupta Stranded in Dubai Amid Middle East Tensions

  • Actress Swasika returns safely to Kochi
  • Dubai airport shut down amid Middle East conflict
  • Esha Gupta also stranded, shares ordeal online
  • Strikes followed US-Israel preemptive attack on Iran
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Swasika returns home safely after Dubai airport shutdown amid Israel-Iran tensions, says "No heavy panic"

Malayalam actress Swasika and Bollywood's Esha Gupta return to India after being stranded at Dubai airport due to US-Israel strikes on Iran.

"Heavy panic situation is not there, but still, as we are from another country, so definitely we will get a little panic... - Swasika"

Kochi, March 4

Tensions in the Middle East have affected air travel after the United States and Israel launched a preemptive attack on Iran. Following the strikes, Dubai airport was shut down, leaving many passengers stranded as the situation grew tense.

Amid the situation, Malayalam actress Swasika has safely returned to India. The actor was spotted at the Cochin International Airport after landing back home, early Wednesday morning.

While speaking to media about her experience, Swasika said there was no "heavy panic situation," but admitted that being in another country during such a time can make anyone feel anxious. "Heavy panic situation is not there, but still, as we are from another country, so definitely we will get a little panic... I was supposed to come on 28th February... Everything was under control...," Swasika said.

Bollywood actor Esha Gupta was also stranded in the United Arab Emirates during the same conflict. She shared on social media that she has now returned safely to India.

She penned a note which read, "Back home. Thank you all for your prayers and wishes. It was very tough to be in the situation that we all were. Truly God's blessing to safe! It started when I was at the airport on the 28th(Sunday). By 1pm, the airport was closed, chaos all around as none of us knew what happened. Then the news started coming of the missile attack and no one knew what the next minute held for us. Strangers consoling each other, all calling their families back home."

The conflict in the Middle East has entered its fourth day following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, along with other key figures in the Persian Gulf country. In retaliation, Tehran has responded with counter-strikes targeting American military bases and other Israeli assets across the region.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Glad both actresses are back home safely. But honestly, the media coverage feels a bit skewed. Thousands of common Indian workers and travelers were also stranded, not just celebrities. Their stories and anxieties matter just as much.
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Aman W
This is why we need to be Atmanirbhar (self-reliant) and reduce our dependence on the Gulf for employment and travel hubs. Geopolitical instability there affects us too much. Hope the government has robust evacuation plans ready if things escalate.
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Sarah B
Esha Gupta's note about strangers consoling each other is so humanizing. In moments of crisis, borders and nationalities fade away. It's a scary situation, and I'm just relieved all Indian citizens are getting out safely.
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Vikram M
Dubai is a major transit point for Indians flying west. This shutdown disrupts so much travel and business. Airlines and the MEA need to coordinate better contingency plans. Good to hear Swasika reported no heavy panic on ground though.
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Karthik V
The real heroes are the Indian embassy staff working round the clock during such crises to assist our citizens. Let's not forget them while following celebrity news. Hope everyone else stranded gets home soon.

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