TEHRAN — Devastating new footage emerged Sunday showing the aftermath of a massive wave of airstrikes targeting the heart of the Iranian capital. Witnesses in Tehran reported a “terrifying” morning as a series of loud blasts shook buildings and shattered windows across the city, particularly in the northern and northeastern districts.
The joint operation, involving over 50 aircraft, has reportedly shifted its focus toward mobile command centers and critical infrastructure as the war, dubbed “Operation Epic Fury” by the U.S. and “Roaring Lion” by Israel, enters its 30th day.
Targeted Areas and Structural Damage
Independent reports and video analysis confirm that several high-profile locations were struck between Saturday night and Sunday morning:
- Northeastern Tehran (Heravi & Lavizan): At least three heavy explosions were reported in the Heravi area. Nearby, in Daghayeghi township—a residential district known for housing Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) members—witnesses recorded roughly 10 explosions within minutes.
- University of Science and Technology: A satellite research center at the university was reportedly hit at approximately 3:00 AM. The blast wave caused significant damage to surrounding academic buildings and dormitories.
- Western Tehran (Tehransar): Two strikes were recorded near Mehrabad Airport and IRGC aerospace facilities. Video shows a car repair shop and a dealership in the area reduced to rubble.
- Mobile Command Centers: The IDF stated it successfully targeted “temporary command centers” established in mobile rail cars, an Iranian tactic used to evade the destruction of permanent headquarters earlier in the month.
The Humanitarian Toll
The human cost of the ongoing campaign continues to mount. According to the Iranian Health Ministry and international monitoring groups:
- Total Casualties: Estimates suggest over 2,000 people have been killed and 26,000 injured in Iran since February 28.
- Displacement: The UN estimates that up to 3.2 million people have been displaced within Iran as residents flee the capital and other major cities like Isfahan and Shiraz.
- Civilian Infrastructure: While the U.S. and Israel maintain they are targeting military assets, footage shows extensive damage to residential blocks, schools, and at least two hospitals (Gandhi and Motahari) in Tehran.
Tehran’s Streets: A City Under Siege
The once-bustling streets of Tehran are now largely deserted. Residents who remain in the city spend their nights in bomb shelters or the city’s subway system.
“It feels like the end of the world every time the sirens go off,” one resident told reporters. “You can hear the jets low over the roofs, and then the whole earth shakes.”
In a show of force, masked security personnel and Basij volunteers have set up checkpoints at major intersections, with some units reportedly carrying heavy machine guns to maintain order amid the chaos.
The Global Reaction
The escalating strikes have drawn sharp condemnation from UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who warned of a “catastrophic regional conflagration.” Meanwhile, Iran has threatened to retaliate against U.S.-affiliated universities and regional assets unless the “bombing of cultural and educational sites” ceases immediately.
| Region | Reported Impact (March 29) |
| Tehran (North) | Multiple blasts; smoke rising from northeastern districts. |
| Tehran (West) | Strikes near Mehrabad Airport; industrial/commercial damage. |
| Alborz Province | Heavy explosions and fighter jet activity in Eshtahard. |
| Bandar Khamir | Strike on a port quay; 5 people reported killed. |
