Reports of panic buying have surfaced in parts of Dubai following claims of Iranian attacks in the region, with unverified videos circulating on social media showing shoppers rushing to supermarkets and shelves appearing empty.

Some clips shared online appear to show essential items such as eggs, bread and other groceries selling out quickly as residents stock up amid fears of escalating tensions in the Middle East. However, the authenticity and timing of several of these videos have not been independently verified.

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Despite the viral footage, supermarket operators and store managers have urged residents not to panic buy, stressing that supplies remain sufficient.

Speaking to The National News, a store manager said panic buying was visible over the weekend but insisted that there is no shortage of goods. “We started seeing panic buying across the store. Customers started piling up and stocking items, but I want to give a message that we don’t have an issue at all with stock levels. The only challenge is refilling the sections," the manager said.

He added that stores had been extremely busy during the weekend rush. “We were so busy during weekends," he said, noting that shelves may appear temporarily empty simply because staff are working to restock items quickly.

According to reports, visits to supermarkets in Dubai and Abu Dhabi found that shelves were largely full, with retailers saying they have sufficient inventory and large food stockpiles to continue serving customers.

Store managers have urged residents to shop responsibly, warning that panic buying can create unnecessary shortages even when supply chains remain stable. Authorities and retailers say food supply and distribution across the UAE remain normal.

Meanwhile, Dubai authorities have also advised shoppers to keep their grocery receipts amid concerns over potential price hikes. Officials said receipts act as an “insurance policy" for consumers, allowing them to report overcharging or irregular price increases to regulators if necessary.

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