Overview
- The Philippines, Indonesia and Thailand reported they are tracking the locations of their nationals, urging them to shelter in place, and preparing evacuation or repatriation plans if violence escalates.
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he spoke with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed about taking care of the Indian community, and his Cabinet directed departments to assist affected Indians, including roughly nine million in the Gulf.
- Confirmed casualties include a Filipino caregiver killed by shrapnel in Tel Aviv, another Filipino injured in Kuwait, and three deaths in the UAE involving nationals of Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh.
- The International Labour Organization estimates over 24 million migrant workers in the Gulf, accounting for more than 40% of the region’s labour force, with many in low-income roles that historically lack strong protections during conflicts.
- Workers described debris falling near Gulf city centers, closures of businesses and sleepless nights from interceptor booms, highlighting immediate disruption to daily life.