Multiple videos and photos shared on social media platform X show that a massive explosion occurred in the southwestern part of Tehran, near Qaleh Hassan Khan, during the early hours of Thursday evening, February 15. The reformist-affiliated media outlet 'Ensaf News' confirmed the occurrence of the explosion based on citizen reports, stating that although 'the exact center of this incident is not clear,' there are 'several factories and a military base in the vicinity.' The website 'Arman-e Melli' reported the explosion's location as being in the mining area of Shahre Qods (Qaleh Hassan Khan) on 'Chitgar-Shahriar Road,' noting that 'a chemical solvent manufacturing company' caught fire. According to this report, the explosion's intensity was 'so great that it was visible in the regions of Shahriar, Fardis, and Andisheh.' The cause of the explosion and fire, as well as the extent of damages and casualties, remain unclear, and official media of the Islamic Republic have remained silent on the matter. This explosion comes a day after two explosions occurred in the main gas artery of Iran in the early hours of Wednesday, February 14, which officials of the Islamic Republic described as 'sabotage.' Some social media users attributed the previous two explosions to 'chaos and riots,' while others considered it a 'result of Ali Khamenei's failed strategy.' Additionally, a 'loud noise' was heard in Garmsar, where some local media in Semnan province reported an 'explosion' in the industrial town, while government media denied this news, attributing it to a 'sonic boom.'
Massive Explosion in Western Tehran; Domestic Media Reports Several Factories and a Military Base Nearby
A massive explosion occurred in southwestern Tehran, near several factories and a military base, with reports of a chemical plant fire. The cause and extent of damages are still unknown, and this incident follows two previous explosions deemed sabotage by Iranian officials. The situation raises concerns about security and stability in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
A massive explosion occurred in southwestern Tehran near several factories and a military base, with reports of a chemical plant fire. The cause and extent of damages are still unknown.
- Explosion occurred near Qaleh Hassan Khan in Tehran.
- There are factories and a military base in the vicinity.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has experienced several incidents of explosions and fires in recent years, often attributed to sabotage or internal unrest.
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