Israel attacks Iran: Thick smoke blankets Tehran sky after strike on intelligence ministry complex. Watch

In the US and Israeli strikes several cities in Iran were attacked, mainly in the center and northwest of the country.

On Saturday, February 28, the US and Israel launched a massive coordinated military offensive against Iran. In the wake of the strikes, dramatic footage has flooded social media showing thick plumes of smoke blanketing the Tehran skyline. One widely circulated video reportedly captures a direct hit on Iran’s Intelligence Ministry complex in the northern part of the capital.

Smoke rising from a complex in Iran after Israel's strike. (Screengrab (X))

The video, taken from a distance, shows thick black smoke rapidly covering the blue sky.

What did Israel say after the strike? Full statement

"Following a situational assessment, it was determined that as of today (Saturday), at 08:00, immediate changes will be made to the Home Front Command Guidelines. As part of the changes, it was decided to shift all areas of the country from Full Activity to Essential Activity. The guidelines include: a prohibition on educational activities, gatherings, and workplaces, except for essential sectors. The public is required to follow the guidelines published on the official Home Front Command channels. Full guidelines will be updated on the National Emergency Portal and the Home Front Command app."

Iran responds to attack:

The Israel Defence Forces said that Tehran responded to the daylight attacks with its own strikes, and the explosions were heard in the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Bahrain.

Iran has shut down its airspace following the strikes by Israel, reported news agency AP.