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Early Saturday, reports emerged of significant blasts shaking the Iranian capital, following claims from Israel that it had conducted a preventative military action.

Loud Blasts and Plumes of Smoke Reported in Central Tehran

According to eyewitness accounts, two powerful explosions were audible in the city on Saturday morning. Correspondingly, two plumes of dense smoke were observed rising over the centre and east of the city.

“The type of explosions suggests that this is a missile attack,” a media outlet stated, though it did not initially offer further details.

Context: Rising Tensions and Recent Developments

This event occurs against a background of sharply increased strains in the region. Major developments leading up to this strike include:

• US Military Buildup: A massive buildup of American warships in the region, including the movement of carrier strike groups.
• Nuclear Talks: Latest discussions between the United States and Iranian officials on Tehran's nuclear programme concluded without a deal, with indications of further discussions planned.
• Official Rhetoric: Before the attack, a senior US official had described Iran as “the world’s number one sponsor of terror” and delivered threats regarding its missile program.
• Ultimatum: Allegedly, a time limit of roughly two weeks had been presented to Iran to settle the atomic standoff or face severe consequences.

Iranian Response

Reacting to prior accusations, Iranian officials had accused the US of spreading “falsehoods” about its defensive capabilities. Officials rejected claims about missile development and casualty figures as unfounded.

These developments remains fluid, with additional reports expected as the situation develops.