103 people were killed in a huge explosion in Iran. Around 200 people were injured

Tehran; At least 103 people were killed in twin blasts near the mausoleum of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps general Qassem Soleimani. The blast took place on the fourth anniversary of Qassem Soleimani's death. About 200 people have been injured.

It is reported that the death toll will rise further. It is reported that the bomb placed in the suitcase was controlled using a remote control. The first report that came out was that there was a fatal explosion.

It is reported that the death toll will rise further. It is reported that the bomb placed in the suitcase was controlled using a remote control. The first report that came out was that there was a fatal explosion.

The first explosion took place around 3pm local time and the second 15 minutes later. All the people were evacuated from the spot. The injured were admitted to various hospitals. Many are in critical condition.

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