Ferdinands Flee Dubai, Seek Safety in Portugal

On March 24th, Rio Ferdinand and his wife Kate have left their home in Dubai amid the recent

attacks from Iran and are now at their luxury villa Inn, Portugal's Algarve region.

The former footballer, now 47, and Kate 34, moved to the United Arab Emirates last

August with their younger kids, but decided to.

Head out after drones and missiles hit the area.

They had been staying in a high-end gated community there, but the family sought shelter

in a basement during the first strikes.

Rio described the sounds of jets and bombs as frightening, especially explaining it to

the children, though he felt secure under local guidance.

Kate has shared mixed feelings about the move, missing their older sons back in the UK,

who are pursuing football paths while appreciating the calmer.

Vive in Dubai, before the trouble started.

Rio marked their arrival in Portugal with a relaxed social media post, enjoying a beer

on the terrace and chatting about football.

A wave of British influencers and celebs have also fled Dubai, including apprentice

star Luis Azizman, who jetted back to her UK home and others like.

Love Island's Sam Gallen and Petra Eccleston.

Some, such as boxer Amir Khan, have stayed put for now.

With tensions still high in the region, families like the Ferdinand's are prioritizing safety,

settling into familiar spots while keeping an eye on.