Explosions Near Tehran Al-Quds Day March

Explosions Near Tehran Al-Quds Day March

During the annual al-Quds Day march in Tehran, Iran, explosions were reported as the nation continues to face US and Israeli military actions. Thousands of Iranians participated in the event, which is held in solidarity with Palestinians and opposition to the Israeli occupation. The march took place despite ongoing strikes and attacks across the country.

A significant explosion occurred in Ferdowsi Square, where demonstrators had gathered. While the cause of the blast remains unclear, it followed Israeli threats to clear the area ahead of a planned strike. No casualties or damage were immediately reported. Additionally, an airstrike was reported near a gathering of protesters, though the exact location and impact are still unclear.

Iranian leaders, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, called for large turnout despite the war, urging citizens to disappoint the country's enemies by attending in greater numbers. The event, established after the 1979 Islamic Revolution, combines political and religious solidarity with Palestinian causes.

Meanwhile, more than 500,000 people in Lebanon have been displaced due to Israeli attacks, adding to the regional crisis. The situation remains tense as Iran continues to respond to the US and Israeli aggression with missile and drone attacks against Gulf nations.