Attack on Iran's Shaher Airport Leaves 1 Dead

Source: Global Times
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According to reporters from the Central Station, the Deputy Governor of Iran's Sistan and Baluchestan Province confirmed on the 9th local time that Shahre Kord Airport in Iran was attacked early that morning, resulting in the death of a firefighter. He stated that around 0:30 AM, four consecutive loud explosions were heard in Shahre Kord City, with multiple shells hitting the airport's flight support facilities building and meteorological station, causing damage to the structures.

Additionally, local sources reported that explosions occurred at the buildings and runway of Shahre Kord Airport, with thick smoke visible rising into the sky. (Central Station reporter Wei Ran)

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Artillery Fire
SALUTE Report
Size
1 firefighter
Activity
attack on the airport
Location
Shahr Airport · Sistan and Baluchestan Province · Iran
Unit
Iranian emergency services
Time
around 00:30 local time on the 9th
Equipment
artillery shells
Summary

An attack occurred at Shahr Airport in Iran around 00:30 local time, resulting in the death of one firefighter. Four loud explosions were reported, damaging the airport's flight support facilities and weather station. Thick smoke was observed rising from the site following the explosions.

Key Facts
  • An attack occurred at Shahr Airport in Iran.
  • Four loud explosions were reported around 00:30 local time.
  • One firefighter was killed in the attack.
  • The airport's flight support facilities and weather station were damaged.
  • Thick smoke was seen rising from the airport.