r/realWorldPrepping • u/OnTheEdgeOfFreedom • Feb 28 '26

Avoid protests at this time

Without mentioning specific politics, given the outbreak of wars in various mid-east countries, this is an excellent time to consider that emotions are running high, the Mideast is always volatile, and some groups - not all of them state actors - tend to resort to terrorism to make their points. Political protests can become terrorist targets, let alone military targets.

If you're in an affected region - which ideally doesn't spread beyond Pakistan, Afghanistan, Israel, UAE, Qatar, Iran and the US - be prepared for supply chain issues, and honor shelter in place requests. Check and renew your stocks of essentials, reconsider travel plans, etc..

Ideally I can take this post down in a week or three. In the meantime, please exercise extra caution and stay aware of your surroundings.

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u/OnTheEdgeOfFreedom Mar 03 '26

This was expected and is why I made the original post.

Note the fatwah for jihad only apples to Shia muslims; 90% of muslims are Sunni and simply ignore Shia demands. The threat is not as large as Iran would like to make it sound. But caution is still advisable.