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Deadly Bomb Blasts Shake Iran: Over 100 Killed in Memorial Attack

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Double explosions at a ceremony in Iran commemorating General Qassem Soleimani have left a devastating toll. Find out the latest updates here!

Iran faced a tragic day as bomb blasts at a ceremony near the grave of Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani resulted in the deaths of over 100 people and left many more wounded. The explosions, attributed to 'terrorist attacks,' occurred during a memorial event marking the fourth anniversary of the assassination of the prominent general. The Iranian regime officials vowed retribution for what they termed as the deadliest militant attack since the country's Islamic Revolution in 1979.

The incident stirred new tensions in the Middle East, with Iran blaming Israel and the US for the deadly blasts near the general's grave. The Islamic State group even claimed responsibility for the attacks, adding another layer of complexity to the situation. The bombings have not only affected Iran internally but have also escalated tensions in the region, prompting calls for revenge from Iranian officials.

In the aftermath of the bombings, Iran observed a national day of mourning to honor the victims. The Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, vowed to take harsh measures in response to the attack, reflecting the nation's determination for justice and retaliation. The deadly explosions near the grave of General Soleimani mark a significant milestone in Iran's recent history, emphasizing the challenges and threats the country continues to face.

As Iran grapples with the aftermath of the memorial attack, the tensions in the region have heightened, with threats of retaliation looming large. The global community watches closely as Iran navigates through this crisis, seeking to bring the perpetrators to justice and restore stability in the wake of the tragic events.

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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 '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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Iran says at least 100 killed in blasts at memorial for slain general (Globalnews.ca)

No one immediately claimed responsibility for what appeared to be the deadliest militant attack to target Iran since its 1979 Islamic Revolution.

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Explosions kill more than 100 in deadliest militant attack on Iran ... (CBC.ca)

Two bombs exploded minutes apart Wednesday at a commemoration for a prominent Iranian general slain in a U.S. drone strike in 2020, officials in Iran said.

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Iran Blasts That Killed More Than 100 Stoke New Mideast Tensions ... (BNN)

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Deux attentats font au moins 103 morts en Iran (ICI.Radio-Canada.ca)

Au moins 103 personnes ont été tuées par une double explosion mercredi près de la tombe du général Qassem Soleimani, l'architecte des opérations militaires ...

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Une explosion double fait 103 morts et 211 blessés en Iran (TVA Nouvelles)

Au moins 103 personnes ont été tuées dans une double explosion mercredi près de la tombe du général iranien Qassem Soleimani.

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Iranian regime official wants press banned from Canadian ... (Globalnews.ca)

The IRB is holding Seyed Salman Samani's case in public but his lawyer said he was appealing that decision to the Federal Court.

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Hécatombe en Iran après une double explosion près de la tombe du ... (Le Devoir)

L'attaque, la plus meurtrière au pays depuis 1978, a fait au moins 103 morts et plus de 211 blessés.

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Explosions Near Grave of Slain Iran Commander Soleimani Leave ... (BNN)

The blasts near the grave of Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani left at least 103 people dead and 188 others injured on Wednesday, a day after Israel was ...

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Au moins 103 morts dans des explosions en Iran au 4e anniversaire ... (Noovo Info)

Deux bombes ont explosé et tué au moins 103 personnes mercredi lors d'une commémoration en l'honneur d'un éminent général iranien tué par les États-Unis ...

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Deux explosions survenues mercredi en Iran ont tué au moins 95 ... (Le Soleil)

Deux explosions survenues en Iran lors d'une commémoration pour un général ont fait au moins 95 morts et 211 blessés, mercredi, alors que la région reste ...

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Deux explosions survenues mercredi en Iran ont tué au moins 95 ... (Le Droit)

Deux explosions survenues en Iran lors d'une commémoration pour un général ont fait au moins 95 morts et 211 blessés, mercredi, alors que la région reste ...

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Iran: At least 103 killed, 141 wounded in blasts at ceremony ... (ABC News)

Iran says twin bomb blasts killed at least 103 people at an event honoring a prominent Iranian general slain in a U.S. airstrike in 2020.

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Deux attentats font au moins 95 morts en Iran | RCI (Radio Canada International)

Deux explosions sont survenues lors d'une cérémonie à la mémoire du défunt général Qassem Soleimani.

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Bombings hit event for Iran's Gen. Qassem Soleimani, a shadowy ... (Toronto Star)

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — For Iranians backing the country's theocracy, whose icons since the Islamic Revolution have been stern-faced clergymen, Gen.

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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 blames Israel, US for deadly blasts near grave of Guards ... (FRANCE 24)

Iran blamed Israel and the United States on Wednesday for twin bomb blasts that killed at least 95 people in the country's south, ripping through a crowd ...

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Iran | Journée de deuil après un attentat qui a fait 84 morts (La Presse)

L'Iran observe une journée deuil national jeudi au lendemain de l'attentat qui a fait au moins 84 morts près de la tombe du général Qassem Soleimani, ...

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L'Iran en deuil au lendemain d'un attentat qui a fait 84 morts (ICI.Radio-Canada.ca)

L'Iran observe une journée de deuil national jeudi au lendemain de l'attentat qui a fait au moins 84 morts près de la tombe du général Qassem Soleimani, ...

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Iran vows revenge for deadliest attack since Islamic Revolution ... (CBC.ca)

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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Bombings hit event for Iran's Gen. Qassem Soleimani, a shadowy ... (CityNews)

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — For Iranians backing the country's theocracy, whose icons since the Islamic Revolution have been stern-faced clergymen, Gen. Qassem ...

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A deadly blast has rattled Iran's leaders. As accusations fly, here's ... (CNN)

The deadliest attack to target Iran since its 1979 Islamic Revolution has shaken the Islamic Republic and led to angry calls for vengeance.

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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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Deadly Iran Blasts and US Warnings Escalate Mideast Tensions ... (BNN)

The first blast in Kerman on Wednesday, which targeted a crowd marking the anniversary of the death of Qassem Soleimani, was a suicide bomber, state-run Islamic ...

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Iran: ce que l'on sait de l'attentat qui a fait 84 morts (Le Journal de Montréal)

La double explosion qui a fait 84 morts mercredi dans le sud de l'Iran est l'attaque la plus meurtrière dans le pays depuis plus de quatre décennies.

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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 ...

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Iran | L'EI revendique l'attentat ayant fait 84 morts (La Presse)

Le groupe djihadiste État islamique (EI) a revendiqué jeudi, alors que l'Iran observait une journée de deuil national, l'attentat dans le sud du pays qui a ...

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Journée de deuil en Iran après l'attentat qui a fait 84 morts (Le Devoir)

Le bilan de l'attaque a été revu à la baisse. Le régime montre du doigt les «régimes américain et sioniste».

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Islamic State claims responsibility for attacks that killed nearly 100 ... (CTV News)

Islamic State claimed responsibility on Thursday for two explosions that killed nearly 100 people and wounded scores at a ceremony in Iran to commemorate ...

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Purported claim says Islamic State group behind Iran bombing that ... (CityNews)

The attack Wednesday in Kerman, Iran, at a commemoration for the slain Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani also wounded at least 248 people. THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS ...

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