Iran International reports that a major fire broke out inside the Imam Reza Shrine complex in Mashhad, where the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is buried. The fire reportedly started at an asphalt workshop within the complex. Earlier Iranian media reports indicated no damage to the site.
Iran International reports that a major fire has broken out inside the Imam Reza Shrine complex in Mashhad, citing Iranian authorities. The blaze reportedly began at an asphalt workshop within the complex. The shrine is the burial site of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Earlier today, at 14:14 Jerusalem, The Zioneer reported that Iranian media said the fire caused no damage to the shrine. The new report from Iran International describes a 'major fire,' suggesting the incident may be more serious than initially indicated. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
The Imam Reza Shrine is one of the holiest sites in Shia Islam and the focus of significant security attention since Khamenei's burial. The extent of the fire and any potential casualties have not yet been confirmed.
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