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Israel Launches Preemptive Missile Strikes on Iran, Explosions Rock Tehran

Israel has launched preventive missile strikes against Iran, with explosions reported in the capital city of Tehran. The Israeli Defence Minister declared a nationwide state of emergency, warning of an expected missile and drone attack on Israeli territory. US involvement in the strikes has been confirmed by a security source, while Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly been moved to a secure location outside Tehran. This escalation follows recent nuclear negotiations and comes amid tightened Israeli home front guidelines restricting public activity.

Key Points: Israel Strikes Iran: Explosions in Tehran, US Involved

  • Preemptive Israeli missile strikes on Iran
  • Explosions reported in Tehran
  • US involvement confirmed
  • Nationwide state of emergency in Israel
  • Iran's supreme leader moved to secure location
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Israel launches preventive missile strikes on Iran, explosions heard in Tehran

Israel launches preventive missile strikes on Iran. Explosions reported in Tehran. US involved, state of emergency declared. Latest updates.

"a missile and drone attack against Israeli territory and its civilian population is expected in the immediate timeframe - Israeli Defence Minister Katz"

Tel Aviv, February 28

Israel has launched a preventive missile attack against Iran on Saturday, as reported by TPS. Citizens have been advised to seek shelter as the IDF said that sirens were sounded across the nation as a proactive alert for the possibility of missiles being launched towards the country.

TPS further noted that Defence Minsiter Israel Katz announced that the preemptive strikes against Iran came to remove threats to the country.

The Israeli Defence Force called on the public to stay in proximity to protected spaces.

According to the Jerusalem Post, a security source confirmed to Walla that the United States is also involved in the strikes.

As per the Jerusalem Post, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is not in Tehran and has been transferred to a "secure location", according to an Iranian official who confirmed to Reuters.

Also on Saturday, the Israeli Defence Force also shared that following a situational assessment, it was determined that immediate changes would be made to the Home Front Command Guidelines--with the decision to shift all areas of the country from Full Activity to Essential Activity. The guidelines include a prohibition on educational activities, gatherings, and workplaces, except for essential sectors.

Iranian State Media also reported explosions in the capital city of Tehran.

According to TPS, Israeli Defence Minister Katz declared an immediate nationwide special state of emergency under Israel's Civil Defense Law, warning that a missile and drone attack against Israeli territory and its civilian population is expected in the immediate timeframe.

Mobile phone lines have been cut in parts of eastern and western Tehran, and internet connectivity has weakened in some areas, as per Iranian Media reports.

This comes as earlier on Friday, US President Donald Trump described Iran as "very difficult" and "very dangerous" as the United States considers its next steps in nuclear negotiations, emphasising a preference for a peaceful resolution despite ongoing military tensions in the Middle East.

The third round of negotiations between Iran and the United States took place in Geneva on Thursday, and another round of talks will be held today.

Addressing a gathering in Texas, Trump said, "We have a big decision to make. You know that. Not easy. We have a very big decision to make. We have a country that's been for 47 years blowing people's legs off, arms off, and the face. They've been knocking out ships, killing people. Not only Americans, but lots of people."

Trump said the US faces a "big decision" in talks with Iran, while saying that any deal with Tehran must be "meaningful".

- ANI

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Priya S
My heart goes out to the ordinary citizens in both countries who just want to live in peace. Sirens, seeking shelter, cutting phone lines... this is the real human cost. The leaders making these decisions are safe in bunkers while common people suffer. So sad.
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Vikram M
The US involvement is the key detail here. It shows this is a coordinated move. India has to walk a very careful diplomatic line. We have vital energy and strategic interests with both the Gulf nations and Israel. Foreign ministry must be working overtime.
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Rohit P
If Iran was genuinely planning an attack, then Israel's action, though drastic, can be understood as self-defence. You can't wait for the missile to hit you. But the proof of that imminent threat needs to be clear and publicly available. Otherwise, it's just aggression.
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Sarah B
Watching from outside, the timing is suspicious. Talks are happening in Geneva, and then this strike? It feels like someone doesn't want those negotiations to succeed. A peaceful resolution is always better, but hardliners on both sides seem to prefer conflict.
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Karthik V
Immediate concern: Oil prices. Any conflict in the Strait of Hormuz will send crude prices through the roof. That hits every Indian's pocket directly. Our strategic oil reserves need to be checked. Jai Hind, but also hoping for de-escalation for our own economy's sake.

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