In the early hours of Saturday morning, reports emerged of major blasts rocking the Iranian capital, following claims from Israel that it had carried out a preventative military action.
As per eyewitness accounts, two powerful explosions were heard in Tehran on Saturday. Simultaneously, columns of thick smoke were observed billowing over the centre and east of the city.
âThe nature of explosions indicates that this is a strike involving missiles,â a media outlet stated, without initially offer further details.
This event occurs against a backdrop of sharply increased tensions in the region. Major developments leading up to this strike include:
Reacting to prior accusations, Iranian authorities had charged the US of spreading âfalsehoodsâ about its defensive capabilities. Officials rejected assertions about weapons development and protest deaths as unfounded.
The situation remains fast-moving, with further updates anticipated as the situation develops.