Lee-Ann Liebenberg captures and then deletes Dubai bombing footage

On Saturday evening, February 28, in Dubai, Lee-Ann Liebenberg posted a brief video showing a bombing that had occurred near her location. Liebenberg relocated to Dubai with her husband,Nicky van der Walt, and their children in September 2023. A year later, Van der Walt launched TANG Dubai.

This restaurant, located in the prestigious Palace Downtown Hotel, offers scenic views of both the Dubai Fountain and the Burj Khalifa. The shaky footage suggests she was visibly affected by what she had just witnessed. A fire is seen igniting near the entrance of the Fairmont The Palm hotel in Dubai.

This occurred after debris, originating from the interception of an Iranian missile targeting US military bases, fell onto the premises. This is concerning given that Dubai, a premier global, year-round tourist destination, is home to many expats and welcomed 19.5 million international visitors last year. Dubai is renowned for its iconic landmarks, including the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, along with the Dubai Fountain and the Dubai Frame.