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Graeme Souness caught in Abu Dhabi airport as he hears ‘loud bangs’ from missiles

Rangers legend Graeme Souness has been left stranded at Abu Dhabi airport after his flight was cancelled following the US and Israel assaults on Iran.

Graeme Souness speaks from inside Abu Dhabi airport (Picture: Instagram/@soueyofficial)

Graeme Souness has discovered himself caught in Abu Dhabi after the Center East descended into battle – with the Liverpool legend revealing he heard loud explosions from the airport. Souness shared footage from Zayed Worldwide Airport on Saturday night following the US and Israel’s launch of a big strike on places all through Iran. Blasts have been audible in Dubai – with an upmarket lodge erupting in flames, leaving 4 individuals wounded – while one dying has additionally been confirmed in Abu Dhabi after wreckage landed on a residential district.

Scottish icon Souness had deliberate to return residence from Abu Dhabi to the UK however turned caught within the journey disruption after the barrage of missiles compelled Gulf nations to close their airspace. The 72-year-old was scheduled to journey with Etihad, however the service has grounded all flights till 2pm UAE time on Sunday, March 1.

“Hopefully issues will cool down, we’ll get again on our flight. You get grumpy if you get delays and stuff at airports. However, you already know, I believe we should always consider those that perhaps presently are dying. Anyway, I will preserve you posted.”

Different worldwide carriers together with Emirates, Qatar Airways and British Airways have suspended all flights to and from the area.

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