On Sunday, June 15, the Israeli military issued a warning statement, urging Iranian citizens to immediately evacuate areas near military weapons manufacturing facilities and their supporting institutions.
The warning, which was distributed via social media and international media outlets, emphasized that remaining in these areas poses a serious threat to civilians’ lives.
According to Reuters, this statement comes amid intensified Israeli attacks on Iran’s military and nuclear facilities, including the Parchin and Natanz sites.
The statement was also issued following Iran’s large-scale rocket and air strikes on Israel, which resulted in the deaths of 14 people and injuries to over 200 others.
The Israeli military announced that future strikes on Iranian military infrastructure will be even more intense. CNN, citing Israeli officials, reported that the warning was intended to minimize civilian casualties; however, some analysts view it as part of Tel Aviv’s psychological warfare.
Iranian officials dismissed the warning as “psychological terrorism” and called on the public to remain calm. The United Nations has urged both sides to exercise restraint to prevent further escalation.