Loud explosions shook southern Tehran and multiple districts of Iran's capital shortly after midnight on March 3, 2026, according to exclusive ground reporting by China Media Group (CMG) journalist Li Jiannan. The blasts occurred as residents prepared for Nowruz celebrations marking the Persian New Year.
🌍 What we know: – Strikes reported near military and infrastructure sites – No immediate claim of responsibility – Comes amid heightened Middle East tensions – Iranian state media yet to comment
CMG's team captured audio of multiple detonations, with emergency vehicles later heard racing through the city. Social media lit up with unverified videos showing flashes in the night sky, though internet disruptions hampered verification.
🔍 Why it matters: This development follows recent cyberattacks on Iranian nuclear facilities and comes days before planned multinational security talks in Doha. Regional analysts suggest this could impact global oil markets when trading resumes Monday.
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