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Rio Ferdinand and family sought shelter in a Dubai basement during Iran-linked missile strikes, disrupting life and travel.
Former Manchester United footballer Rio Ferdinand says he and his family took shelter in a basement during recent missile strikes near their Dubai home, describing the experience as frightening.
The 47-year-old, who moved to the UAE with his wife and children in 2024, said the attacks—linked to regional tensions involving Iran—have caused anxiety, prompting safety measures including sleeping in the basement.
While he emphasized feeling secure, the strikes have disrupted life in Dubai, affected travel, and prompted other celebrities to seek shelter.
The UK government is assessing ways to assist stranded citizens as some flights resume.
Río Ferdinand y su familia buscaron refugio en un sótano de Dubai durante los ataques de misiles vinculados a Irán, interrumpiendo la vida y los viajes.