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Large explosion rocks Iran’s capital as Israel begins striking targets in the ‘heart of Tehran’

March 1, 2026

A massive explosion rocked Tehran as the Israeli Defense Forces initiated strikes in the city's heart, escalating tensions following the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The strike, which caused significant panic among residents, targeted an area near critical government buildings, including the police headquarters and Iranian state television.

A plume of smoke rises after a strike in Tehran, Iran, Sunday, March 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)

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Explosion occurred in Tehran amid Israeli military strikes.
The Israeli military announced targeting central Tehran.
The blast centered near the police headquarters and state television.
This escalation followed the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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Large explosion rocks Iran’s capital as Israel begins striking targets in the ‘heart of Tehran’

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