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Explosions rock Tehran amid Quds Day demonstrations as Israel intensifies bombardment

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A powerful explosion struck Ferdowsi Square in central Tehran just before dawn Friday, shattering the atmosphere of thousands gathered for pro-Palestinian rallies marking Jerusalem (Quds) Day amidst escalating tensions with Israel. Iranian state television confirmed that a large blast occurred near Enghelab Street and close to Iran's highest academic institution as crowds chanted slogans including "Death to America" in response to ongoing Israeli airstrikes on the capital city.

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    A powerful explosion struck central Tehran on Friday morning during large-scale demonstrations marking Quds Day.
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    The blast occurred at Ferdowsi Square, located near the epicenter of pro-Palestinian rallies and close to Iran University (Tehran).
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    Thousands gathered in streets for traditional marches amid heightened tensions with Israel as explosions rocked multiple squares.
[Mar 13, Mar] Explosions occurred during a massive march featuring political figures on the last Friday of Ramadan in Tehran (Clarin).
[Mar 12:50 - [Mar]] Strong explosions happened at squares where public demonstrations were scheduled to take place, involving thousands gathering for Quds Day rallies.