Tehran ordered to evacuate as Iran signals it might leave nuclear weapons treaty
What Happened
Israeli airstrikes are entering their fifth day, after targeting military and nuclear sites across Iran—including Tehran—while simultaneously striking Iran’s oil and gas facilities and even its state broadcaster, which Tehran condemned as a “war crime”. Iran responded with missile and drone strikes on Israeli cities—Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Petah Tikva—killing civilians on both sides (224 in Iran; around 23 in Israel). In reaction, Tehran signalled plans to withdraw from the 1968 Non‑Proliferation Treaty, though its leaders affirmed their nuclear program remains peaceful. Civilians in northern Tehran were even ordered to evacuate amid fears of further strikes, while Israeli officials hinted at targeting Iran’s supreme leader.
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What Next
G7 leaders are now pushing for de‑escalation, with France proposing a ceasefire offer amid growing sanctions and diplomacy talks. The US has bolstered regional defences and President Trump abruptly left the summit to manage the crisis. Iran says it will only negotiate if Israel halts airstrikes, while Israel vows to continue strikes to eliminate nuclear and missile threats. Meanwhile, global markets remain on edge, oil prices waver, and international players—including EU nations and Gulf intermediaries—are racing to broker a diplomatic pathway before the conflict spirals further.
