NYPD boosts NYC patrols after US military strikes on Iran as Middle East tensions rise
US strikes Iran amid nuclear program tensions, NYPD boosts NYC patrols
The United States and Israel have conducted military strikes across Iran. The action comes after weeks of warning from the U.S. about Iran's nuclear weapons program and clashes between protesters and the country’s government. 5 a.m. ET: Iran’s Foreign Ministry issued a defiant statement, saying that the country "will not hesitate" in its response. In a statement posted on X, the ministry said: "The time has come to defend the homeland and confront the enemy’s military assault."
NEW YORK - The New York Police Department says it is taking extra precautions in the city after the United States and Israel launched bombardments across Iran in a major regional escalation.
NYPD alerts public after Middle East escalation
The NYPD posted on its official 'X' account that it is closely monitoring events in Iran and the broader Middle East and coordinating with federal and international partners.
As a precaution, the department said it will enhance patrols at sensitive locations throughout New York City, including diplomatic missions, cultural centers, religious institutions and other potentially relevant sites — part of its normal protocol during heightened global tensions.
Police urged the public to remain vigilant and to report anything suspicious by calling 1-888-NYC-SAFE or 911.
Strikes in Iran have global ripple effects
Late Saturday, the United States and Israel launched coordinated military strikes on sites in Iran, hitting targets in multiple cities including the capital Tehran. Explosions were reported across major Iranian provinces as well as retaliation by Iran with missiles and drones toward Israeli and U.S. bases.
Officials described the offensive as aimed at curbing Iran’s nuclear and missile programs and dismantling key military infrastructure. Iran’s response included counter-attacks that hit U.S. military targets in the region and prompted heightened alerts from allied governments.
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The United States and Israel have conducted military strikes on Iran amid tensions over the country’s nuclear program. Iran has responded by firing drones and missiles into Israel.
Local reactions and past alerts
This is not the first time New York City police have adjusted operations in response to conflicts involving the U.S. and Iran. In mid-2025, after joint U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, the NYPD deployed additional resources to protect religious, cultural and diplomatic locations and worked with state police to monitor potential impacts on infrastructure and cyber activity.
City officials at the time emphasized that intelligence did not indicate a specific threat to New York but said extra measures were prudent given the city’s global profile.
What you can do:
Police reiterated that residents should be aware of their surroundings, especially near high-profile or symbolic locations. Anyone who sees unusual behavior, vehicles or packages is encouraged to report it immediately through official NYPD channels.
The Source: This article was written using information from the NYPD and verified international reporting on U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran.