Update 2025-06-18 (4): Israeli forces conducted multiple airstrikes on Wednesday (18 June) near central Tehran, targeting nuclear and military infrastructure. Loud explosions were heard citywide, while the Iranian Red Crescent reported a strike near Red Crescent Peace building. A near-total internet blackout is in effect.
Update 2025-06-18 (3): On Wednesday (18 June), there were renewed Israeli missile attacks on suspected military targets in Tehran. While explosions were reported in the north and east of Tehran, the main artery between north and south, Valiasr Street, was reportedly partially closed. According to further reports, the Japanese authorities have announced that they will evacuate their citizens from Iran by land via Azerbaijan.
Update 2025-06-18 (2): According to the latest reports from Wednesday (18 June), dozens of Israeli Air Force jets conducted airstrikes targeting a production facility and weapons manufacturing sites in Tehran, disrupting the country’s nuclear weapons development and including facilities producing components for surface-to-surface missiles.
Update 2025-06-18 (1): According to the sources from Wednesday (18 June), airstrikes were carried out in District 18 of Tehran shortly after residents were warned to evacuate due to planned operations targeting military infrastructure. Smoke was seen rising from the area following the incidents.