U.S.-Israeli Airstrikes on Tehran: Full Report on the March 2, 2026 Attacks, Destruction, and Regional Escalation
Nilufar Square: Heavy Structural Damage in City Center
The aftermath of Israeli and U.S. airstrikes was also visible at Nilufar Square, located in the heart of Tehran. Several commercial buildings and residential complexes sustained heavy structural damage, with many rendered completely unusable.
Concrete facades were torn open, storefronts destroyed, and entire apartment units exposed to the open air. Rescue teams searched through collapsed sections for survivors while emergency responders treated injured civilians.
Photojournalists from Anadolu documented extensive damage to central infrastructure, adding to mounting global concern about civilian safety and urban warfare escalation.
High-ranking military analysts describe Nilufar Square as a critical urban junction with proximity to communications and logistical routes, possibly explaining its strategic targeting.
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