Tehran has transformed into a ghost town as residents cower in their homes amid relentless US-Israeli bombardment. The normally bustling 10 million-strong capital now sees deserted streets where bombs continue falling from the sky. Nurse Samireh, 33, described her fear of walking outside, while 50-year-old Amir recounted sleeping on the floor to avoid shattered glass from explosions.

Powerful blasts have rocked the city for four consecutive days, targeting government centers, Revolutionary Guards headquarters, and police officers' homes. The most-affected areas include ministries, courts, and power centers that were struck Sunday. Israel issued evacuation warnings on social media before targeting the state broadcaster's location, but many residents couldn't access the alerts due to internet outages.

With the Persian New Year approaching, Tehran's usually vibrant bazaars stand empty and trendy cafes remain shuttered. The economic impact looms large as shopkeepers miss their busiest season. While some residents have fled to Turkey, others like Samireh stay behind due to work obligations. The city's wealthy northern districts appear abandoned, replaced by birdsong and meowing cats where traffic once dominated.