Bombings

Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Deadly Bombings in Iran, Raising Security Concerns

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TEHRAN, Iran – The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a series of deadly bombings in Iran, targeting a military parade in the southwestern city of Iranshahr. The attack killed at least 25 people and wounded many others, leaving the city in shock and mourning. The assailants, disguised as soldiers, reportedly opened fire on civilians … Read more

Memorial Bombings Kill Over 100 at Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani’s Grave

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KERMAN, Iran – A memorial event for Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani was rocked by two explosions that killed more than 100 people and injured at least 140, according to state media in Iran. The first blast struck around 2,300 feet from Soleimani’s grave in the Kerman Martyrs Cemetery in southern Iran, the semi-official news agency … Read more