Israel-Iran War: Trump Urges Tehran Residents to Evacuate
Washington, June 17. The US President Donald Trump has urged the people of Tehran to evacuate the city amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.
Trump wrote on his social media platform ‘Truth’, “Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ that I had told them to. It is a shame and a waste of human life. I have repeatedly said that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons. Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran.”
This post and announcement came after Iran fired missiles at Israel’s capital Tel Aviv, resulting in the deaths of eight people. Subsequently, Israel retaliated, attacking during a live broadcast by the Iranian state media agency IRIB in Tehran, killing over 227 Iranians, while the total death toll in Israel has now reached 24.
Israeli attacks have also killed the newly appointed IRGC commander General Ali
About: Tehran
Tehran, the capital city of Iran, serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the country. Originally a small village, it was chosen as the capital by Agha Mohammad Khan, the founder of the Qajar dynasty, in 1796 due to its strategic location. Today, Tehran is a bustling metropolis, known for its dynamic blend of modern architecture and historical landmarks, including the Golestan Palace and the National Jewelry Museum, reflecting its rich Persian heritage.
About: Israel
Israel is a country located in the Middle East, established in 1948 as a homeland for the Jewish people, following millennia of Jewish diaspora. It is a land steeped in ancient history, pivotal in the development of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, with sacred sites such as Jerusalem’s Old City, Bethlehem, and Nazareth. Today, Israel is known for its vibrant cultural scene and technological innovations, set against a backdrop of ongoing political and territorial conflicts, particularly regarding the Palestinian territories.
About: Iran
Iran, located in Western Asia, boasts one of the world’s oldest continuous major civilizations, with historical and urban settlements dating back to 7000 BC. Known historically as Persia until 1935, Iran was unified as a nation in 625 BC by the Medes, and its rich cultural legacy includes significant contributions to art, philosophy, medicine, and education, particularly during the Islamic Golden Age. Today, Iran retains a complex cultural heritage reflected in a variety of artistic, architectural, and literary traditions, while its strategic position and vast natural resources, especially oil, play a crucial role in its geopolitical importance.
About: Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv, located on Israel’s Mediterranean coast, was founded in 1909 as a modern Jewish neighborhood adjacent to the ancient port city of Jaffa. It quickly evolved into a vibrant urban center, known for its Bauhaus architecture, which earned the city a UNESCO World Heritage designation. Today, Tel Aviv is Israel’s financial and technological hub, renowned for its lively nightlife, diverse culture, and liberal attitudes, making it a prominent cosmopolitan city in the region.
