Israel announces new wave of attacks on Tehran as explosions reported in Iranian capital
Israel launched a new wave of strikes on Tehran, targeting key infrastructure, as multiple explosions were reported across the Iranian capital.
- Middle East
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 11:56 | 22 March 2026
Israel announced a fresh wave of strikes Sunday on Tehran n as explosions were reported across the Iranian capital.
An Israeli military spokesperson said the army began a wave of attacks against the infrastructure of Tehran.
Iranian news outlet Hamshahri reported four powerful blasts in the city's southern districts.
The US-Israeli strikes against Iran began Feb. 28 and have reportedly killed at least 1,300 people, including then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Tehran has retaliated with drone and missile strikes targeting Israel, Jordan, Iraq and Gulf countries hosting US military assets throughout the campaign.
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