Iranian media: Explosions reported in multiple locations in Iran

Source: Global Times
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On July 21, Xinhua News Agency reported from Tehran (reporter Chen Xiao, Shadati) that from the evening of the 20th to the early morning of the 21st, multiple explosions were heard in Iran's southern Hormozgan Province and southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan Province, and the air defense system in Bushehr Province has been activated.

The report stated that explosions were heard in the counties of Abbas Port, Sirik, Reng Port, and Qeshm in Hormozgan Province, as well as in the counties of Chabahar and Konarak in Sistan and Baluchestan Province.

According to local officials cited in the report, at least 14 explosions were heard in Chabahar and Konarak.

Additionally, Iranian media reported that early on the 21st, explosions were also heard in the major southern city of Shiraz and the central city of Isfahan.

The U.S. Central Command announced on social media on the 20th that the U.S. military launched a new round of strikes against Iran at 4 PM Eastern Time on the 20th.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
SALUTE Report
Size
Multiple explosions reported
Activity
Explosions heard in various locations
Location
Abadan · Hormozgan Province · Sirik · Rongar Port · Qeshm · Chabahar · Konarak · Shiraz · Isfahan
Unit
Iranian Armed Forces
Time
July 20-21, 2023
Equipment
Air defense systems
Summary

Multiple explosions were reported in Iran's Hormozgan and Sistan-Baluchestan provinces from the evening of July 20 to the early hours of July 21, with at least 14 explosions heard in Chabahar and Konarak. The Iranian Armed Forces activated air defense systems in response, and additional explosions were noted in Shiraz and Isfahan. U.S. Central Command announced new strikes against Iran on July 20.

Key Facts
  • Explosions were reported in Hormozgan and Sistan-Baluchestan provinces.
  • At least 14 explosions were heard in Chabahar and Konarak.
  • U.S. Central Command announced new strikes against Iran on July 20.
  • Explosions were also reported in Shiraz and Isfahan.
  • Iran activated air defense systems in response to the explosions.