Iran, US, Israel officials give civilians clashing directives as bombs drop

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Maziar MotamediFebruary 28, 2026 at 08:30 PM

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Following joint US and Israeli attacks on Iran, the Iranian government advised Tehran residents to evacuate to safer cities. The attacks, which targeted over 20 provinces, prompted retaliatory missile and drone strikes from Tehran. This directive led to heavy traffic congestion and long queues at petrol stations as people attempted to leave the capital. Simultaneously, former US President Donald Trump urged Iranians to remain in their homes and seize the opportunity to overthrow their government. The conflicting messages from Iranian and US leaders created confusion amidst internet shutdowns and limited mobile connectivity. The situation mirrors the evacuation patterns observed during a previous conflict with Israel.

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