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2024 - 1 - 4Explosions Rock Iran: More than 100 Dead in Blasts at Memorial Ceremony
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei - Iran - Islamic State - Israeli Defense activities - Middle East tensions - Middle Eastern stability - Qassem Soleimani - Terrorist attacks - University degreesShocking attacks near a general's tomb spark tensions in the Middle East. Find out more about the deadly explosions!
Iran faced a devastating day as more than 100 people lost their lives in explosions near a memorial ceremony honoring the slain general Qassem Soleimani. The terrorist attacks, with over 200 people injured, occurred at a ceremony marking the anniversary of Soleimani's assassination, escalating tensions in the region. Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, vowed a harsh response to the heinous acts, attributing the blasts to foreign powers.
The deadly twin blasts, the deadliest targeting Iran since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, have rattled the country's leaders, leading to calls for vengeance. Amidst the chaos, Iran blamed Israel and the United States for the attacks near the grave of General Soleimani, further intensifying the situation. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the explosions, adding another layer of complexity to the already volatile situation.
In a surprising turn of events, Iranian emigration issues were highlighted as the Islamic Republic decided to withhold university degrees until substantial payments are made, sparking outcry among students. This move aims to curb increasing emigration from Iran, providing a glimpse into the socio-economic challenges facing the nation. Additionally, as Iranian-backed actors intensify efforts in Iraq and Israel reports on defense activities, the region remains on edge, with potential implications for broader Middle Eastern stability.
More than 103 dead in blasts at Iran memorial for assassinated ... (The Guardian)
Two explosions at Kerman ceremony marking anniversary of killing of Qassem Suleimani raise Middle East tensions further.
More than 100 killed in 'terrorist attacks' near tomb of Iranian Guards ... (Reuters)
Two explosions killed nearly 100 people and wounded scores at a ceremony in Iran on Wednesday to commemorate commander Qassem Soleimani who was killed by a ...
More than 100 killed in bomb blasts near Iran general Qasem ... (BBC News)
At least 103 people have been killed by two bomb explosions near the tomb of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani on the fourth anniversary of his assassination ...
'Heinous': World reacts to twin blasts that kill dozens in Iran (Aljazeera.com)
Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, promised a 'harsh response' to attack in southeastern city of Kerman.
'Strong and decisive response': Iran reacts after more than 100 killed ... (SBS)
Two explosions at a ceremony honouring the slain general Qassem Soleimani in Iran have killed at least 103 people and injured 211, according to state media.
Blasts kill nearly 100 at ceremony for Iran commander (The Canberra Times)
Two explosions have killed more than 100 people and wounded scores at a ceremony in Iran to commemorate top commander Qassem Soleimani who was killed by a ...
Nearly 100 dead as bomb blasts rip through ceremony dedicated to ... (ABC News)
Two explosions in Iran have killed almost 100 people, and injured more than 200 others, at a ceremony honouring a top military commander who was killed by a ...
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To curb increasing Iranian emigration, the Islamic Republic now withholds university degrees until substantial payments are made.
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More than 100 killed after blasts near Iranian Guards commander's ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)
Two explosions caused by 'terrorist attacks' killed more than 100 people and wounded scores at a ceremony in Iran to commemorate top commander Qassem ...
Iran blames Israel, US for deadly blasts near grave of general ... (EURACTIV)
Iran blamed Israel and the United States on Wednesday (3 January) for twin bomb blasts that killed at least 95 people in the country's south, ...
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Iran vows revenge after biggest attack since 1979 revolution (Reuters)
Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards and First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber vowed revenge on Thursday for explosions that killed nearly 100 people at a ...
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vows "harsh ... (CBS News)
No one immediately claimed responsibility for the attack, which appeared to be the deadliest targeting Iran since the country's 1979 Islamic Revolution.
A deadly blast has rattled Iran's leaders. As accusations fly, here's ... (CNN)
The deadliest attack to target Iran since its 1979 Islamic Revolution has shaken the Islamic Republic and led to angry calls for vengeance.
Iran: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on ... (EU News)
The EU condemns in the strongest terms the bombing in the city of Kerman in Iran. This shocking act of terror has cost the lives of innocent civilians, ...
Islamic State claims responsibility for deadly attack in Iran, as ... (ABC News)
Islamic State claims responsibility for two explosions that killed at least 84 people and injured scores at a memorial for top commander Qassem Soleimani in ...
Islamic State group claims responsibility for deadly Iran bombings (FRANCE 24)
The Islamic State group claimed responsibility on Thursday for two explosions that killed nearly 100 people and wounded scores at a memorial for top ...
Islamic State claims responsibility for suicide bombings that killed ... (NPR)
The bombings, which killed at least 84, targeted a commemoration for an Iranian general slain in a 2020 U.S. drone strike. Wednesday's event was the worst ...
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Iran Explosions That Killed 84 (Voice of America)
Blasts occurred at a memorial at the grave of Revolutionary Guards General Qassem Soleimani, who was killed four years ago by a US drone strike.
Isis claims responsibility for deadly blasts in Iran (Financial Times)
Islamist jihadist group said two suicide bombers mounted attack in Kerman, killing almost 100.
IS claims responsibility for deadly Iran bombings that killed 84 (BBC News)
The Islamic State group says it carried out Wednesday's attack in southern Iran that killed 84 people.
ISIS claims responsibility for deadliest attack in Iran since 1979 ... (CNN)
ISIS has claimed responsibility for the deadly twin blasts near the burial site of slain military commander Qasem Soleimani in southern Iran.
Baghdad air strike kills commander of Iran-backed militia (Financial Times)
Iraq blames US-led international coalition for attack on faction's logistical HQ.
Iran Update, January 4, 2024 (Critical Threats Project)
Iranian-backed actors in Iraq have intensified their effort to expel US forces from Iraq. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant reported that Israeli forces in ...
US strike kills Iran-backed militia leader in Baghdad as regional ... (The Guardian)
Two killed and five wounded, militia officials say, before US secretary of state's tour of Middle East.
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