Dhaka, March 20 -- For 10 years, Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates was the safest city in the world. Now, fighter jets, ballistic missiles, and drones terrorise the skies over the city.

The Emirati air defence system is sounding sirens to warn residents.

This Eid-ul-Fitr, an atmosphere of worry and even panic, pervades the city.

Bangladeshi expatriates living in the UAE are celebrating Eid on Friday. However, the usually festive atmosphere is muted. They are only praying that the war will end soon.

The US and Israel's war on Iran has entered its 21st day. Due to the US's military presence in Gulf countries, Iran has also attacked nations like the UAE.

Though the Emirates has not suffered heavy losses so far, a prolonged conflict ...