Israel launched a pre-emptive attack against Iran on Saturday with three massive explosions heard in Tehran, Israeli Defence forces confirmed. Israel launched a pre-emptive attack against Iran on Saturday with three massive explosions heard in Tehran, Israeli Defence forces confirmed. Israel Defence Forces have alerted the public, in a statement, "In the last few minutes, sirens were sounded all throughout Israel, with an advance instruction alert directly to cellular devices to stay within proximity to protected spaces. This is a proactive alert to prepare the public for the possibility of missiles being launched toward the State of Israel." Thick plumes of smoke were seen rising from near Pasteur Street in downtown Tehran, an area that houses key government buildings.

Source: dna February 28, 2026 07:59 UTC