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Early Saturday, reports emerged of major blasts rocking the Iranian capital, following claims from Israel that it had carried out a preemptive strike.

Powerful Explosions and Smoke Reported in the Heart of Tehran

According to on-the-ground reports, two loud blasts were audible in Tehran on Saturday. Simultaneously, two plumes of thick smoke were seen rising over the centre and east of the Iranian capital.

“The type of these blasts suggests that this is a strike involving missiles,” a media outlet stated, though it did not initially provide further details.

Background: Escalating Tensions and Recent Events

The incident takes place against a backdrop of severely escalated strains in the region. Major developments preceding this strike include:

• American Naval Deployment: A significant buildup of American warships in the region, including the movement of carrier strike groups.
• Diplomatic Negotiations: Latest talks between the United States and Iranian officials on Tehran's nuclear programme ended inconclusively, with indications of more discussions scheduled.
• Official Rhetoric: Prior to the attack, a senior US official had labeled Iran as “the world’s number one sponsor of terror” and delivered warnings regarding its missile program.
• Ultimatum: Reportedly, a deadline of roughly two weeks had been given to Iran to resolve the atomic standoff or confront serious repercussions.

Iranian Response

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

These developments remains fast-moving, with further updates expected as events unfold.