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In the early hours of Saturday, accounts surfaced of major explosions shaking the Iranian capital, amid statements from Israel that it had conducted a preemptive strike.

Powerful Explosions and Smoke Reported in the Heart of Tehran

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

“The type of explosions suggests that this is a strike involving missiles,” a media outlet stated, without immediately offer further details.

Context: Escalating Tensions and Recent Events

The incident takes place against a background of severely escalated strains in the Middle East. Major developments leading up to this strike include:

• American Naval Deployment: A massive build-up of American warships in the region, including the repositioning of aircraft carriers.
• Diplomatic Negotiations: Latest talks between the US and Iranian officials on Tehran's atomic program ended inconclusively, with suggestions of more talks planned.
• Public Statements: Prior to the strike, a prominent American figure had labeled Iran as “the leading state sponsor of terrorism” and issued threats regarding its weapons development.
• Ultimatum: Reportedly, a time limit of roughly two weeks had been presented to Iran to resolve the atomic standoff or confront serious repercussions.

Iranian Response

In response to earlier allegations, Iranian authorities had accused the US of spreading “big lies” about its defensive capabilities. They dismissed claims about weapons development and protest deaths as unfounded.

The situation is fast-moving, with further updates anticipated as events unfold.