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Inside Iran, panic as strikes hit but for some it's a moment of relief

created: Feb 28, 2026, 09:16 PM
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Iranians talk about what is happening inside the country, despite an almost total internet blackout.

It was around 09:40 local time (06:10 GMT) on Saturday when Iranians in several cities reported hearing loud explosions . Videos circulating on social media show people near the blast sites running in panic, with the sounds of screams and crying in the background. But, at the same time, there appears to be a sense of relief and celebration among those who believe the regime's downfall can only come through military intervention, says BBC Persian. Iranians woke up on Sunday to confirmation that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei - who ruled Iran for more than 36 years - was killed in US and Israeli strikes launched a day ago.