Streets of Tehran empty after Trump's evacuation warning
Tehran is experiencing a fierce Israeli blitz targeting Iran 's nuclear program and military capabilities, causing widespread panic and disruption.
Donald Trump advised Tehran 's approximately 10 million residents to evacuate immediately, leading thousands to flee the city towards suburbs or neighboring countries.
Israeli strikes have resulted in at least 585 deaths and over 1,300 injuries, with local media ceasing reports on attacks, leaving Iranians without current information.
Residents face severe challenges including patchy communications, rationed gas, closed businesses, and a lack of public bomb shelters, forcing many to seek refuge in metro stations.
Iranians express conflicted emotions, with some supporting the strikes against the regime, others defending the Islamic Republic, and many opposing foreign intervention despite disliking their government.
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