India, June 22 -- The US on Saturday struck and 'completely' destroyed three Iranian nuclear sites, escalating the ongoing conflict of Israel and Iran. Speaking to state TV, Iranian officials have also confirmed the strikes on the Isfahan, Natanz and Fordow nuclear facilities in Iran.

Citing Akbar Salehi, an aide to the governor of Isfahan, state agency IRNA confirmed the attacks on the Iranian sites. Follow LIVE updates on the Iran Israel war here

Salehi added that many residents "witnessed attacks near the nuclear centres of Isfahan and Natanz," adding that several explosions were heard in Isfahan and Natanz regions.

Iran's state TV further reported that the "Islamic Republic had evacuated the three nuclear sites some time ago."

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