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Mint
10-05-2025
- Mint
American YouTuber Drew Binsky ‘stuck' in Pakistan amid India-Pak tensions
Amid ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, American travel vlogger Drew Binsky has revealed that he is currently stranded in northern Pakistan near the region of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Binsky, known for documenting his travels across the globe, shared his current situation via a video on Instagram, updating his followers about the tense environment and the travel restrictions that have left him stuck in the country. Binsky had planned to return to the United States from Islamabad this weekend. However, with the closure of Pakistan's airspace to commercial flights in response to the ongoing conflict, his return journey has been disrupted, said reports. 'I'm stuck in Pakistan right now due to the conflict with India, and all airports are closed. Thanks for all your thoughts and messages - I'm doing okay! I love this country and excited to continue exploring the Northern regions until I can get out. Make peace, not war,' he wrote in the caption of his reel, reassuring his followers that he was safe and continuing to explore the northern regions of Pakistan until further arrangements can be made. In the video, the vlogger shared visuals of local protests taking place in northern Pakistan. He mentioned that he was near the highly sensitive region of Kashmir and expressed his surreal experience of being caught in a geopolitical standoff. 'It's pretty crazy to be here right now,' he said, adding that he had received thousands of messages from concerned fans across the globe. Despite the gravity of the situation, Binsky noted that local life in the area appeared relatively unaffected. 'People here are pretty unbothered by what's going on. Shops are open, kids are going to school—just another day in the life here,' he remarked. With air travel suspended, Binsky now plans to exit Pakistan by road, heading toward Kabul, Afghanistan, in the hope of catching a flight back home from the Afghan capital. His update comes amid heightened military exchanges between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. India, under 'Operation Sindoor', launched a retaliatory strike on Wednesday following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives. In the operation, 24 missiles were fired in 25 minutes at nine terror bases in Pakistan and PoK. In response, Pakistan attempted overnight drone attacks across 26 Indian locations, which were foiled. On the following night, Pakistan launched further drone-led attacks along the western border, which were 'effectively repulsed' by Indian forces, according to the Indian Army. Meanwhile, India and Pakistan on Saturday agreed ro stop all firing and military action on land and in the air and sea with effect from 1700 hours Indian Standard Time. India has shut down 32 airports for civilian flights until May 15, while Pakistan has closed its airspace entirely, hours after being accused of using civilian flights as cover during its drone operations. For now, Drew Binsky remains safe but stranded, navigating a volatile region while keeping his followers informed of his unexpected journey through one of South Asia's most sensitive conflict zones.
News18
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Who Is Drew Binsky? The American Travel Vlogger Stuck In Pakistan
Last Updated: Drew Binsky shared a video from Pakistan, revealing that he is currently stranded in the country due to heightened border tensions with India. American YouTuber Drew Binsky is currently stranded in a neighbouring country amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, marked by ongoing military strikes. With Pakistan having closed its airspace for all commercial flights at Lahore and Islamabad, Binsky has been unable to leave. However, he has confirmed that he is safe. Taking to Instagram, Binsky shared a video update to inform his followers about his situation. 'I'm stuck in Pakistan right now due to the conflict with India, and all airports are closed. Thanks for all your thoughts and messages—I'm doing okay! I love this country and am excited to continue exploring the northern regions until I can get out. Make peace, not war," he wrote. Drew Binsky is an American video creator best known for his documentary-style travel videos that spotlight the people, cultures, and unique stories from around the world. According to his Instagram bio, Binsky has visited all 197 countries, capturing powerful narratives of humanity and culture from every corner of the globe. Binsky has amassed 1.2 million followers on Instagram and garnered billions of views through his engaging travel content. His profile features several viral videos, including one investigating Dutchman Wim Hof, famously known as the 'Ice Man." Another extraordinary video features Binsky's encounter with Thai Ngoc, a Vietnamese man who claims to have not slept since 1962. 'Mr. Ngoc claims that he hasn't slept a wink since 1962 (the year my dad was born) – seriously! Some people think it could be PTSD from the war, while others believe that he has an extremely rare medical condition," he wrote in the video description. Drew Binsky's Travel Story Not many know that Binsky's original name is Drew Goldberg and that he has spent 12 years travelling the world, checking off the countries from his list. His journey began in October 2021 when he touched down in Saudi Arabia. Among the places Binsky has visited, the Czech Republic's capital, Prague, holds the top spot on his list. Some of his other favourite cities are Beirut and Seoul. For more than a decade now, Drew Binsky still continued to expand his exploration in even the remotest parts of the globe. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Drew Binsky (@drewbinsky) At present, the blogger is waiting for airports in Pakistan to reopen so he can return home. In a recently shared video, Drew Binsky mentioned that he has been spending time in PoK, Gilgit-Baltistan and the Hunza Valley. Also Read: What Is Territorial Army That Has Been Called On Amid Pak Tensions, Is It Different From Regular Army? 'It's a wild feeling to be trapped in a country without being able to get out. I've never had this feeling before!" he wrote in his caption. The YouTuber also assured his followers that he would continue to provide real-time updates about the situation and his status. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get Latest Updates on Movies, Breaking News On India, World, Live Cricket Scores, And Stock Market Updates. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: May 10, 2025, 15:29 IST News explainers Who Is Drew Binsky? The American Travel Vlogger Stuck In Pakistan
NDTV
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
"It's Pretty Crazy To Be Here": American YouTuber Says He's Stuck In Pakistan
Amid rising tensions between Indian and Pakistan, an American blogger revealed that he is stranded in the neighbouring country but is safe. Taking to Instagram, Drew Binsky shared a video showing locals protesting in the northern parts of Pakistan. He said that he is in a location close to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). He was supposed to fly back to the United States from Islamabad this weekend. However, due to rising tensions between the two countries, airspace for all commercial flights at Pakistan's major airports has been closed, Binsky said. "I'm stuck in Pakistan right now due to the conflict with India, and all airports are closed. Thanks for all your thoughts and messages - I'm doing okay! I love this country and excited to continue exploring the Northern regions until I can get out. Make peace, not war," the American vlogger wrote in the caption of the post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Drew Binsky (@drewbinsky) In the video, Bisky showed visuals of Pakistani locals carrying out a protest. "I'm actually up here in the north, near Kashmir, which is the tense region," he said. "It's pretty crazy to be here right now. I've been receiving thousands of text messages and calls from you guys from reaching out. Thank you so much. I just want to let you know that I am safe. It's a pretty crazy feeling to be stuck in a country where all the borders are closed," he continued. "People here are pretty unbothered by what's going on. Shops are open... just another day in the life here," Binsky added. The American vlogger also shared that his plan now is to travel to Kabul by road and catch a flight home from the Afghan capital. Notably, Binsky's video comes amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. India on Wednesday, under the codename 'Operation Sindoor', unleashed 24 missiles in 25 minutes on nine terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) in response to the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people. In the intervening night of Wednesday and Thursday, it foiled Pakistan's attempt to engage a number of military targets across 15 cities in northern and western India using drones and missiles. On the intervening night of Thursday and Friday, Pakistan's armed forces launched multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along the entire western border, which were "effectively repulsed", the Indian Army said. The tension between the two countries has affected air travel in India, with 32 airports being closed for civilian flight operations till May 15. Meanwhile, Pakistan has closed its airspace to all traffic, hours after India accused it of using civilian aircraft as shields amid drone attacks.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
American YouTuber stuck in Pakistan sends message: I just want everyone to know...
Image credit: Instagram/ @drewbinsky American YouTuber Drew Binsky has shared a post on Instagram stating that he is stuck in Pakistan amidst rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Binsky, who has more than 5.3 million subscribers on YouTube and over 1.2 million followers on Instagram, shared a video of himself explaining the situation. He said that all airports are currently closed, but assured his followers that he is safe and doing well. Operation Sindoor PM Modi meets NSA, chiefs of armed forces amid spike in tensions with Pak India's air defence systems shoot down Pak drones in J&K, Punjab & Rajasthan Several airports in India to be closed till May 15 - check list 'I'm stuck in Pakistan right now due to the conflict with India, and all airports are closed. Thanks for all your thoughts and messages - I'm doing okay! .... Make peace, not war,' he captioned the post. Take a look at Drew Binsky's Instagram post In the video, Binsky talks about a protest happening at the place where he was filming the video. He said most people around him didn't seem too worried, but it still felt "pretty crazy" to be in Pakistan at this time. 'What are you saying behind me is a protest here. It's crazy, people are walking holding Pakistani flags and chanting,' he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo 'I'm actually up here in the north, near Kashmir, which is the tense region. It's pretty crazy to be here right now. I've been receiving thousands of text messages and calls from you guys. Thanks for reaching out. I am safe,' he added. Stating that it's 'a pretty crazy feeling to be stuck in a country where all the borders are closed' Binsky said he is 'managing to meet some people, get some content, and hang out here in the north of Pakistan.' AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Time of India
American YouTuber says he's stuck in Pakistan: 'Pretty crazy feeling...people are unbothered'
US vlogger says he's stuck in Pakistan amid rising tension. American blogger Drew Binsky announced on Instagram that he's stuck in Pakistan amid tensions between India and Pakistan. He said he's doing alright and he loves Pakistan, urging both countries to make peace not war. Binsky is a travel vlogger who was recently in India and experienced "the worst business class" flight. "I'm stuck in Pakistan right now due to the conflict with India, and all airports are closed. Thanks for all your thoughts and messages - I'm doing okay! I love this country and excited to continue exploring the Northern regions until I can get out," Drew Binksy wrote in his post. In the voiceover, he described a protest that was going on at the place where he was when he was taking the video. Operation Sindoor 'Did not want to...': Pak def min gives absurd excuse for army's failure to withstand Op Sindoor Blackouts, sirens & Pak's failed attacks: 10 things that happened in the last 36 hrs '1971 war was not remotely as terrifying': Residents of border areas shell-shocked He also said people are mostly unbothered there though it was "pretty crazy feeling for her" to be in Pakistan this time. 'I'm actually up here in the north, near Kashmir, which is the tense region," he said. 'It's pretty crazy to be here right now. I've been receiving thousands of text messages and calls from you guys from reaching out. Thank you so much. I just want to let you know that I am safe. It's a pretty crazy feeling to be stuck in a country where all the borders are closed," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Download Chrome Symptomdepot Undo 'People here are pretty unbothered by what's going on. Shops are open… just another day in the life here," he added. He was supposed to fly back to the United States from Islamabad this weekend. In December, Binsky called out Air India as he took a London to Amritsar flight. He aid there were broken seats, unclean surroundings and poor service. "Can you believe I paid $750 to upgrade for this? I'll never be flying Air India again!" wrote Drew in his Instagram post. Drew Binsky was born in Dallas, Texas, and was raised in Arizona. Binsky graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 2013 with degrees in economics and entrepreneurship. His study abroad in Prague sparked his travel passion. He also taught English in Seoul, South Korea, for 18 months, traveling to 20 Asian countries and earning a black belt in Taekwondo. He started full-time traveling in 2015 after a solo trip across India. He has visited all 197 UN-recognized countries, completing this goal on October 29, 2021 in Saudi Arabia.
