'They hit so hard the house was shaking': Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks
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People in Iran tell the BBC they hear explosions day and night, as the US and Israel continue striking the country for a third day.
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'They hit so hard the house was shaking': Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks 2 hours ago Share Save Ghoncheh Habibiazad BBC News Persian Share Save People in Iran have been describing their experiences as Israel and the US continue to bomb targets across the country. The attacks began on Saturday morning with the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, shocking supporters and opponents. Since then, military and strategic sites have been attacked day and night. The authorities have blocked the internet, making it very difficult for people to communicate with the outside world. Despite the restrictions, the BBC has managed to speak some individuals. Their names have been changed to protect their identities. Hossein, in the city of Karaj, west of the capital Tehran, said there was a big blast near his home on Monday. "They hit Karaj so hard that the house was shaking. I heard the loud explosion I'm just trying to get somewhere safe." He said it followed a night of heavy bombing. "I counted 17 in a row. People are waiting and worried about what's going to happen next, beyond the strikes. Their biggest concern is that America will make an agreement [with the Iranian leadership] and back off. "Last night, there were lots of government supporters on the streets, but I saw from their faces that they looked angry and furious. The security forces patrol during the night to frighten people. Bakeries and petrol stations are busy. "The streets are not busy, and people are at their homes, but the current internet situation has made people furious. This is the third time the regime is cutting off internet this year." Follow live updates Watch: Retaliations continue on day two of US-Israel attacks on Iran Oil prices jump and shares fall as conflict escalates Why did US and Israel attack Iran and how long could the war last? Hossein added: "I think the IRGC [Islamic Revolution Guard Corps] still has power on the ground, and this is what makes some people ...
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