Israel-Iran conflict: Ayatollah Khamenei targeted? supreme leader moved to 'secure location' as Netanyahu launches deadly attack
Israel-Iran conflict: Ayatollah Khamenei targeted? supreme leader moved to 'secure location' as Netanyahu launches deadly attack
Israel-Iran conflict: Ayatollah Khamenei targeted? supreme leader moved to 'secure location' as Netanyahu launches deadly attack
Israel Attacked Iran: Israel on Saturday carried out airstrikes on several cities in Iran, including Tehran, amid the Middle Eastern country's escalating tensions with the United States over its nuclear program. Some of the strikes in Tehran hit near the offices of the Middle Eastern country's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to state television, an explosion was heard in the area surrounding the supreme leader's offices. However, it is not clear whether the 86-year-old leader was present at the offices at the time of the strikes.
It is worth mentioning that Khamenei has not been seen publicly in recent days following the US's diplomatic and military pressures.
Khamenei Is Not In Tehran
According to a report by Reuters, citing an Iranian official, the Iranian Supreme Leader is not in the capital city and has been relocated to a "secure location." Locals of the capital city reported seeing thick dark smoke near the presidential palace and the National Security Council.
Indian Nationals In Iran Warned In Advisory
The Indian embassy in Iran has issued an advisory for its citizens and requested them to exercise caution and avoid going outdoors. The Indian Embassy in Iran took to X and wrote, "all Indian nationals in Iran are advised to exercise utmost caution, avoid unnecessary movements and remain indoors as far as possible."
The embassy also suggested that Indian nationals living in different parts of the Middle Eastern country to monitor the local news and stay aware of the happenings. It also said to citizens to wait for any further notifications.
Indian Embassy Issued Helpline Numbers
The Indian Embassy in Iran has also shared emergency contact details for its citizens:
- +989128109115
- +989128109109
- +989128109102
- +989932179359
US Confirms Involvement
It is worth mentioning that the advisory came after Tel Aviv launched a pre-emptive military strike against Iran today. President Donald Trump also confirmed that US forces are involved in the strikes.
"The objective to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats," Trump said.
According to reports, Israel targeted Iran's military, government, and intelligence structures. Israel also closed its airspace after it attacked Iran. "proactive alert to prepare the public for the possibility of missiles being launched toward the state of Israel," the Israeli military reportedly said.
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