Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo attended the 2026 BRIT Awards on Saturday, sharing their support for those affected by the recent missile strikes in the Middle East.
Sophie’s sister, Georgia, her husband, and their baby are stranded in Dubai after a missile from Iran hit the Palm Jumeirah.
Despite concerns about a worsening conflict in the Middle East, the couple publicly appeared strong and composed while attending the ceremony at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena.
Georgia and her husband, Tom Berry, welcomed their daughter, Bella, in November. The family is currently enjoying a vacation in the UAE.
Before Jamie and Sophie attended the event, he shared a message on his Instagram Story expressing support for those affected by the situation in the Middle East, saying he was thinking of and praying for friends, families, and people in the region.
A few hours later, the couple left their Manchester hotel and walked to the arena. Jamie held Sophie’s hand and helped her down the stairs.
Social media influencers in Dubai expressed their surprise and concern after finding themselves caught in the middle of recent retaliatory strikes. These strikes followed an air assault by the US and Israel against Iran’s government on Saturday morning.
On Saturday, the United States and Israel carried out military strikes against several cities in Iran, including locations connected to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran. The attacks caused explosions and visible smoke throughout the capital.
Tehran launched missiles that hit US military bases in Qatar and also impacted Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Israel.
Social media videos depict Dubai’s famous Palm Jumeirah on fire, reportedly after being struck by a missile or parts of a missile believed to have originated in Iran.
Dubai media reports that four people were injured in the attack. Witnesses say ambulances were quickly dispatched to the location.
Reports from Israeli media suggest increasing evidence that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may have been killed in a recent strike that destroyed his compound in Tehran.
Officials previously stated that the attacks had seriously damaged the leadership of Iran and its top military officials.
Since Saturday morning, when the US and Israel carried out a joint attack on Iran, there’s been no public statement from Ayatollah Khamenei.
Bahraini officials have confirmed that a missile struck the headquarters of the U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet. Videos posted online showed a large cloud of smoke rising from the area.
Explosions were reported in Damascus, Syria, and Sidon, Lebanon, likely caused by Israeli missiles being intercepted.
Israel calls its military operation ‘Lion’s Roar,’ while the U.S. Department of Defense – recently renamed the Department of War by President Trump – refers to it as ‘Epic Fury’.
The UK wasn’t involved in the attacks. Later today, Sir Keir Starmer will lead a meeting of the government’s emergency Cobra committee to discuss the situation.
As someone who closely follows global affairs, I’m really concerned about the escalating tensions in the region. Along with the leaders of France and Germany, I’ve publicly urged Iran to stop any reckless military actions that could harm innocent people in neighboring countries. It’s vital that everyone prioritizes de-escalation and peaceful resolution right now.
The British embassy in Doha has advised UK citizens to stay sheltered, and Qatar has also alerted residents to remain indoors and avoid military areas.
Because of growing security concerns, the UK has brought its diplomats home from Iran. The Foreign Office has also relocated staff and their families from the British embassy in Tel Aviv to a safer location.
The UK government stated that ensuring the safety of British citizens in the Middle East is its main concern, and it’s also prepared to defend British interests in the region.
The government firmly believes Iran should not develop nuclear weapons, and we’ve consistently worked towards a diplomatic agreement to prevent that from happening.
We’re focused on keeping British citizens in the area safe, and we’re offering around-the-clock consular support to help them.
We’ve long been dedicated to the security of our Middle Eastern allies, and we’ve recently increased our defensive resources in the region. We are prepared to defend our interests.
‘We do not want to see further escalation into a wider regional conflict.’
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