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In the early hours of Saturday, reports emerged of major blasts shaking Tehran, following statements from Israel that it had carried out a preventative military action.

Powerful Explosions and Plumes of Smoke Reported in the Heart of Tehran

As per eyewitness accounts, two powerful explosions were heard in Tehran on Saturday. Simultaneously, columns of dense smoke were seen billowing over the centre and east of the city.

“The type of these blasts suggests that this is a missile attack,” a media outlet stated, without initially offer additional information.

Background: Escalating Tensions and Prior Developments

The incident occurs against a background of severely escalated strains in the region. Major developments preceding this strike involve:

• US Military Buildup: A significant build-up of American warships in the region, featuring the repositioning of aircraft carriers.
• Nuclear Talks: Recent discussions between the United States and Iran on Tehran's atomic program ended inconclusively, with indications of further discussions planned.
• Official Rhetoric: Prior to the attack, a senior US official had labeled Iran as “the world’s number one sponsor of terror” and issued threats regarding its weapons development.
• Ultimatum: Reportedly, a deadline of 10 to 15 days had been presented to Iran to settle the atomic standoff or face severe consequences.

Iranian Response

In response to earlier allegations, Iranian officials had charged the United States of spreading “falsehoods” about its defensive capabilities. Officials dismissed assertions about weapons development and protest deaths as baseless.

The situation remains fast-moving, with further updates expected as events unfold.