Singaporean embassies across the Middle East have issued urgent advisories to citizens, urging them to remain indoors and avoid all non-essential travel. This directive follows strikes on Iran by Israel and the United States.
The Singapore Embassy in Doha reported that local authorities have instructed residents to stay in their homes or a safe place until the danger has passed. A Chinese New Year celebration in Dubai has been canceled.
Similar warnings were issued by the Singapore Embassy in Abu Dhabi, advising Singaporeans in the UAE to stay in safe locations and monitor local news. The embassy in Cairo noted potential disruptions to flights to and from the region.
Singapore Airlines and Scoot are among international carriers canceling flights to the Middle East. The US and Israel launched strikes against Iran, with reports indicating Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was targeted. Explosions were heard in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and the UAE. US President Donald Trump stated the objective was to "annihilate" Iran's missile sites and industry.