Tehran Mayor Prepares for U.S. Attack
Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani announces plans to convert underground parking lots and metro stations into war shelters amid rising fears of conflict with the U.S. and Israel, as Iranian leadership relocates to fortified bunkers.
Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani has announced plans to establish war shelters in underground parking lots and metro stations, citing concerns over a potential outbreak of war.
The announcement reflects heightened anxieties in Iran amid escalating tensions with the United States and Israel, including recent U.S. military deployments to the region.According to statements attributed to Zakani, the shelters will be built in existing underground facilities for cars and public transit to provide refuge for civilians in the event of conflict. This move comes as Iranian leadership, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has reportedly relocated to fortified underground bunkers, underscoring the regime's preparations for possible strikes.
The decision echoes past measures, such as during Israeli strikes in 2025 when metro stations and other public buildings were designated as temporary shelters.
No specific timeline for construction was provided, but the urgency suggests rapid implementation amid ongoing domestic protests and international pressures.