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Explosion reported in eastern Tehran, attributed to controlled detonation of munitions

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Reports indicate a strong explosion was heard in eastern Tehran. Iranian state media attributed the explosion to a controlled detonation of old munitions leftover from the war. Local officials confirmed that the operation was part of a managed disposal process. Residents in the area reported hearing the noise but further details about the incident remain sparse. Multiple Iranian news outlets covered the incident, noting the sound of the explosion without elaborating on the specifics initially.

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On July 11, 2026, residents in the eastern part of Tehran reported hearing a strong explosion. Iranian state media confirmed that the sound was the result of a controlled detonation of munitions left over from past conflicts. Local authorities explained that the operation was part of an effort to safely eliminate hazardous materials.

Multiple Iranian news outlets, including Fars, reported on the incident, describing it as a deliberate action to manage unexploded ordnance. Although initial reports did not specify further details, officials indicated the process was a measure taken to ensure public safety.

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