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Iran Shaken by Deadly Blasts: The Untold Stories

EU statement - Iran - Islamic State - Middle East tensions - Qasem Soleimani - Terrorist attacks

Shocking bomb blasts near Iranian commander's grave leave a trail of devastation. Dive into the twists and turns of this explosive event!

Iran was rocked by a series of devastating bomb blasts that struck the heart of the nation's solemn ceremonies. The explosions near the tomb of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani claimed over 100 lives, sparking outrage and vows of retribution from Tehran. The feared general, known for leading Iran's paramilitary Quds force, was assassinated in a U.S. drone strike, further fueling the tensions surrounding the event.

Amid the chaos, analysts speculate on the perpetrators, with Iran pointing fingers at Israel for what they term a 'terroristic attack.' The potential involvement of other states or groups adds layers to the already complex situation. The aftermath of the bombings has created ripples of instability, heightening fears of a regional war.

As the world reacts with shock and condemnation, Iran vows revenge for the deadliest attack since the 1979 revolution. The blasts, reminiscent of a terrorist attack, have put the spotlight on the Islamic State group, who have claimed responsibility for the horrifying event.

In a surprising turn of events, the EU condemns the bombings in Kerman, expressing solidarity with the innocent lives lost. The claim of responsibility by ISIS adds a new dimension to the investigation, raising questions about the motives behind the tragic incident.

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Bomb blasts at Iranian commander's grave kill nearly 100 (Financial Times)

Tehran blames 'terrorist attacks' and vows retribution for two explosions in southern city of Kerman.

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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 ...

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Dozens dead in Iran after blasts strike Qassem Soleimani memorial (POLITICO.eu)

The feared general led Iran's paramilitary Quds force before being killed by a U.S. drone strike in January 2020. According to Iranian state news agency IRNA, ...

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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.

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How the attack in Iran is creating greater instability at dangerous time (Sky News)

Analysts inside Iran are claiming Israel is responsible for a "terroristic attack" at a cemetery - but they are far from the only state or group who could ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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Gaza war tensions spike after deadly Iran blasts, Lebanon killing (FRANCE 24)

Fears that Israel's war in Gaza could spiral across the Middle East mounted Wednesday after twin explosions ripped through an Iranian crowd, ...

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Dozens killed in Iran blasts near Soleimani's tomb during ceremony (Aljazeera.com)

At least 95 killed and 211 others injured in twin explosions near tomb of Qassem Soleimani, Iran health minister says.

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Whoever is behind Kerman bombing risks igniting regional war (The Guardian)

US points towards Islamic State or Sunni extremists but Iran has accused Israel.

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FirstFT: Bomb blast kills nearly 100 in Iran (Financial Times)

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'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.

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Iran Update, January 3, 2024 (Critical Threats Project)

Palestinian militias continued to try to defend against Israeli clearing operations in Daraj and Tuffah neighborhoods of Gaza City on December 3. · Hamas, PIJ, ...

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Iran vows revenge after more than 100 killed in blasts near tomb of ... (Sky News)

Two explosions occurred in the city of Kerman, where Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Qassem Soleimani is buried.

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Deadly blast in Iran looks like 'a terrorist attack,' possibly ISIS -senior ... (Reuters)

Two explosions that killed nearly 100 people and wounded scores at a ceremony in Iran on Wednesday looked like a "terrorist attack" of the kind ISIS has ...

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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 ...

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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.

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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 ...

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, ...

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Isis claims responsibility for deadly blasts in Iran (Financial Times)

Islamist jihadist group said two suicide bombers mounted attack in Kerman, killing almost 100.

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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.

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