A BRIT tourist is being held in a Dubai police station after allegedly filming Iranian missiles while on holiday in the Gulf.
The 60-year-old man from London was reportedly arrested on Monday after being seen recording the weapons during ongoing strikes across the region.
A plume of smoke rises from the port of Jebel Ali following a reported Iranian strike in Dubai on March 1Credit: AFP
Footage shows the Burj Al-Arab hotel ablaze after being hit by a suspected Shahed suicide drone launched from Iran hours after the first US and Israeli air strikes hit TehranCredit: X
He is currently being held at Bur Dubai police station, according to campaign group Detained in Dubai.
The Brit, who had travelled to the United Arab Emirates for a holiday, was allegedly spotted filming missiles during the dramatic attacks.
It is not known whether the footage was later shared on social media.
The man has not been charged and could still be released without further action.
But if prosecutors pursue the case under the UAE’s strict cybercrime laws, he could face up to two years in jail or a hefty fine.
Accusations under national security legislation could carry even longer prison sentences.
Dubai authorities have repeatedly warned tourists, influencers and expats not to post footage or commentary about the conflict online.
Under the country’s cybercrime laws, any material seen as harmful to “public order”, “national unity” or the state’s reputation can result in a fine of up to $77,000 (£58,000) or prison.
Despite the warnings, holidaymakers and content creators have continued to post clips and images of missiles falling or being intercepted over the city.
Campaign group Detained in Dubai confirmed it is assisting the Briton’s family.
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