Explosion, smoke column reported in Ak Qala, Golestan; railway bridge struck

A large explosion and a column of smoke were reported rising from the city of Ak Qala in Iran's Golestan province, according to local reports. The railway bridge was reportedly attacked. No further details on casualties or the source of the attack are yet available.

A new explosion was reported in Iran's Golestan province early Thursday, with local sources describing a column of smoke rising from the city of Ak Qala and an attack on a railway bridge. Reports earlier this hour (01:58 Jerusalem) described 6-7 explosions in the city of Golestan, according to The Zioneer's prior coverage. The relationship between the two events is not yet clear. Details on the source of the attack, the extent of damage, and any casualties remain unconfirmed.

4 developments

1. 2 hours ago · 02:13 · 9 JulLatest

   Five explosions reported across Golestan province.

2. 02:12 · 9 Jul

   Railway bridge in Ak Qala reportedly struck.

3. 01:58 · 9 Jul

   Reports of 6-7 explosions heard in Golestan; resident describes large blast.

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