Israel strikes near Pakistan embassy in Tehran amid sustained bombardment

WEB DESK: Fresh aerial strikes reportedly carried out by Israel targeted areas in close proximity to the Pakistan Embassy and the official residence of the Pakistani Ambassador in Tehran on Thursday night.

The Iranian capital, which has endured nearly a month of relentless bombardment, was rocked by multiple explosions as the conflict showed no signs of abating.

Embassy staff unharmed in latest salvos

The strikes occurred at approximately 8:00 PM local time, sending shockwaves through the diplomatic quarter.

Sources indicate that while the bombing was exceptionally heavy near the mission and the residence of Ambassador Mudassir Tipu, the diplomatic compound remained intact.

Following the incident, officials confirmed that all staff members at the embassy were safe and accounted for, with no immediate reports of structural damage to the premises, according to the Nation.

The escalation comes as Tehran enters its 27th consecutive day of aerial attacks, significantly heightening concerns regarding the safety of international diplomatic missions within the city.