Tehran: Several explosions were heard in Iran’s capital Tehran early Saturday after Israel announced that it had launched what it described as a preemptive military strike against Iranian targets. The situation remains tense and unclear, with reports still emerging from multiple cities across the country.
Iranian state media confirmed blasts in Tehran, while witnesses also reported explosions in other locations including Isfahan, Qom, Kermanshah and Tabriz. Authorities have not yet released confirmed casualty figures or a full assessment of the damage.
Israel said the operation was aimed at removing what it called immediate security threats. Israeli officials indicated that military and intelligence related sites were targeted. In Israel, air raid sirens sounded as a precaution, airspace was closed and emergency measures were put in place amid fears of retaliation.
Reports indicate that the United States supported the operation, with military coordination and strikes on selected targets. Washington has not publicly detailed the extent of its involvement.
In Tehran, some roads were closed and communication disruptions were reported in parts of the city. Iranian authorities acknowledged the explosions but have not provided detailed information. Security sources said senior leadership figures were moved to secure locations as a precaution.
Iran warned that it reserves the right to respond and could target United States military bases and allied positions in the region. Both countries have closed sections of their airspace as the risk of further escalation grows.
The strike follows months of rising tensions linked to Iran’s nuclear and missile programs and stalled diplomatic efforts. International leaders have begun urging restraint, warning that further escalation could destabilize the wider Middle East.
The situation remains fluid, and the world is watching closely for Iran’s next move and the potential for a broader regional conflict.