TEHRAN, IRAN – BREAKING:
Massive explosions have reportedly struck both the central and northern districts of Tehran, Iran’s capital, in what appears to be the latest and most intense escalation in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.
Eyewitnesses and local media describe a series of deafening blasts just after midnight, followed by plumes of black smoke rising above key urban areas. The origin of the strikes remains unconfirmed, but initial reports suggest long-range missile or drone attacks, possibly attributed to Israeli forces. The Israeli government has not yet issued an official statement.
Emergency services rushed to multiple impact zones, including residential blocks and suspected military installations. Sirens wailed across the capital, and many residents sought shelter in basements. The full extent of casualties and infrastructure damage remains unclear at this hour.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has raised its alert level and vowed a “severe response.” In a brief televised statement, Iranian state media blamed “Zionist aggression backed by foreign powers” and called on the international community to condemn the act.
Global reaction is intensifying. The United Nations Security Council has called for an emergency meeting. Meanwhile, major world powers including the U.S., Russia, and China have urged immediate de-escalation to prevent a broader regional war.
Flights over Iranian airspace have been grounded, and global markets are reacting with volatility. Oil prices spiked sharply amid fears of supply disruption.
This marks a dangerous turning point in what analysts fear could become a prolonged regional conflict, drawing in multiple nations and destabilizing the Middle East further.
This is a developing story, and World News LIVE will continue to provide updates as more verified information becomes available.
