Explosions reported in Abadan, Iran, near oil refineries

Explosions have been reported in the Iranian city of Abadan, home to major oil refineries. The cause and extent of any damage are not yet clear.

A report from the field indicates explosions in the Iranian city of Abadan, which hosts major oil refining facilities. The Zioneer reported earlier Thursday that US forces struck Abadan's oil refineries in a large-scale overnight operation. The cause and nature of the latest explosions — whether related to the earlier strikes or a separate incident — remain unconfirmed.

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