Iran's Capital in Shock Following Israeli Airstrikes

In the wake of recent Israeli airstrikes, Tehran is left reeling with explosions echoing across the capital, long lines at gas stations, and panic among citizens as they brace for an uncertain future.

Residents of Tehran experienced a harrowing night as Israeli airstrikes targeted military and nuclear facilities throughout the Iranian capital. Witnesses reported multiple explosions, and the fear among residents was palpable as news spread of the attacks on crucial installations that house senior military leaders and significant nuclear sites.

By Friday morning, Iranians were seen scrambling to cope with the aftermath. Grocery stores quickly filled with anxious shoppers, while gas stations experienced long queues as residents prepared for potential worsening conditions ahead. Both civilians and children reportedly fell victim to the strikes, with the government yet to release a full accounting of casualties.

Israeli jets specifically bombed the Natanz nuclear facility located near Isfahan, along with the Parchin military base that lies near Karaj. Multiple cities across Iran witnessed strikes on an array of military bases, missile depots, and significant military research centers, including residential areas in Tehran where damages occurred amidst densely populated neighborhoods.

Iranian officials had previously dismissed warnings of possible strikes as mere propaganda, aimed at coercing Tehran into agreement on nuclear dialogue with the United States. Although the government urged the public to remain calm, no proactive measures were taken to ensure the safety of civilians in the event of continued assaults.