As tensions between Iran and Israel escalated this week, an unlikely safe haven emerged in Tel Aviv: a shopping mall’s underground parking lot. 🚗💨 The space, typically filled with cars, is now packed with tents and families seeking refuge after Iran launched missile attacks on June 22, wounding at least 86 people.
Local residents told CGTN Stringer they’ve turned the concrete labyrinth into a makeshift community hub. "I feel safer here—we’re all helping each other," one resident said, highlighting the collaborative spirit amid the chaos. The strikes followed U.S. military action targeting Iranian nuclear sites, further fueling regional instability.
With air raid sirens echoing above, the parking shelter has become a symbol of resilience. Families share supplies, while kids doodle on the walls—a stark contrast to the conflict outside. 🌆✌️ As global leaders urge de-escalation, this underground scene reminds us how ordinary spaces can become lifelines during crisis.
