Trump Urges Tehran Residents to Evacuate Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions

In a dramatic escalation of tensions, President Donald Trump has urged residents of Tehran to evacuate immediately following warnings from the Israeli military about impending strikes on Iranian military infrastructure. This call comes amid ongoing military actions between Israel and Iran, with significant casualties reported on both sides. Trump criticized Iran for not signing a nuclear deal, emphasizing that the nation cannot possess nuclear weapons. As the conflict intensifies, concerns grow over a potential wider regional conflict, with both nations engaging in retaliatory strikes. Read on for a detailed overview of the unfolding situation.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 17, 2025, 08:41 IST

Urgent Evacuation Warning for Tehran Residents

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump called for immediate evacuation of residents in Tehran, Iran. This announcement followed a similar warning issued by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) just hours earlier, advising individuals in District 3 of Tehran to leave the area for their safety.

The IDF stated, “In the coming hours, the Israeli Army will take action in this area to target the military infrastructure of the Iranian regime, similar to recent operations around Tehran.”

Trump expressed his disappointment on social media, stating, “Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ I told them to sign,” referring to ongoing negotiations for a nuclear agreement that have been in progress since April.

He lamented, “What a shame, and waste of human life. Simply stated, Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. I have reiterated this multiple times!”

The United States, a staunch ally of Israel, plays a crucial role in ensuring the nation's security.

The current conflict between Israel and Iran escalated on Friday when Israeli forces targeted what they claimed were nuclear sites in Iran, aiming to disrupt Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.

These military actions have raised alarms about a potential escalation into a broader conflict in the region.

Over the past five days, the IDF has conducted multiple strikes in Tehran and other Iranian cities, including the key nuclear enrichment facility in Natanz.

In retaliation, Iran launched missile attacks on various locations in Israel, including major cities like Tel Aviv and Haifa, on Saturday.

The exchanges of airstrikes and missile attacks between the two nations have continued, resulting in significant casualties. Reports indicate that over 200 individuals have died in Israeli strikes within Iran, while at least 14 fatalities have occurred in Israel due to Iranian attacks.

Israel has asserted that Iran is now “closer than ever” to acquiring a nuclear weapon, emphasizing its obligation to protect its citizens.

Iran, on the other hand, has consistently claimed that its nuclear program is intended for peaceful purposes.

In 2015, the US entered into a nuclear agreement with Iran to limit its nuclear activities in exchange for lifting economic sanctions, a deal that Trump abandoned during his first term in 2018. The ongoing discussions since April aim to establish a new agreement.