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Explosions Rock Tehran Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions

3/13/2026

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Explosions struck Tehran on March 13, 2026, during a pro-government Quds Day rally, killing at least one person.
The conflict intensified after Israel targeted over 200 sites in Iran, causing significant casualties and economic disruptions.
President Masoud Pezeshkian attended the rally.
Ali Larijani condemned the Israeli attacks as desperate.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed to continue military actions.

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Explosions struck Tehran on March 13, 2026, during a pro-government Quds Day rally, killing at least one person.
The conflict intensified after Israel targeted over 200 sites in Iran, causing significant casualties and economic disruptions.
President Masoud Pezeshkian attended the rally.
Ali Larijani condemned the Israeli attacks as desperate.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed to continue military actions.