Iran Confirms Up to 19 Explosions in Tehran and Karaj; Blasts Near Airport

Oct 25, 2024, 11:04 PM

Multiple explosions were reported in Tehran, Iran, with residents and media outlets noting loud blasts heard in different parts of the city and its surroundings, including to the west and near Karaj. Iran's state-affiliated Fars News Agency and semi-official media confirmed the reports, stating that at least five explosions were heard, while some sources reported up to 19 blasts. The explosions were also heard near Imam Khomeini International Airport and the Iranian Revolutionary Guards headquarters. Iran's state television reported loud blasts on the outskirts of Tehran. The cause of the explosions is currently unknown, and there have been no immediate reports of casualties or damage.