Despite tens of thousands of residents leaving the capital amidst fears of further Israeli strikes, daily commerce in Tehran continues. Press TV reports that in many of the city’s 22 districts, residents are seen queuing for bread, shopping for groceries, and carrying out their routines.
Some families remain due to medical needs or a lack of transport, while others choose to stay despite the looming threat. Approximately 10 million people still call Tehran home as pockets of normal life persist.
Recent Developments:
- The 10th wave of Iranian missile strikes has reportedly hit targets in Israel.
- Iran launched ballistic missiles near Mossad HQ as the war with Israel entered its 5th day.
- Iran launched a new onslaught of ballistic missiles at Israel; sirens sounded in Tel Aviv.
- Hezbollah reportedly struck a missile at Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv.
- Iran claims it arrested two Mossad operatives.
- Iran launched a new onslaught of ballistic missiles at Israel; sirens sounded in Tel Aviv.
International Reactions & Iranian Borders:
Foreign airlines are rerouting through Pakistan amid the Iran-Israel conflict.
- Iran has stated, ‘If aggression stops, so will our response,’ to Israel.
- Israel’s president said the country experienced a “very sad, difficult morning.”
- China’s Wang Yi has condemned Israel’s “brutal attacks” on Iran.
An Iranian official has confirmed that all land border crossings remain open to passengers and freight amidst escalating tensions with Israel. Javad Hedayati, director general of Iran’s Transit Bureau, told Tasnim News Agency that crossings are “being operated normally,” even as aviation activities are halted.
In recent days, foreign nationals—including Pakistanis, Chinese, and South Koreans—have begun evacuating Iran via land routes. However, Hedayati noted that the entry of people and goods into the country has slowed due to “security precautions” in response to ongoing Israeli attacks.
