Inside Iran, panic as strikes hit but for some it's a moment of relief

Reports indicate strikes have hit Iran, causing panic in Tehran, with residents fleeing north and long queues forming at petrol stations. Social media videos show people reacting with fear, while others express relief and even celebration, hoping the strikes will lead to regime change. An internet blackout has made communication difficult, but some Iranians are using satellite internet and VPNs to access information. Pro-regime figures report hearing explosions and fighter jets in Tehran, describing a tense atmosphere with people stocking up on supplies. Before the blackout, some Iranians expressed opposition to military action on social media, fearing civilian casualties.

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