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Blast Rocks Tehran During Quds Day Rally as Regional Tensions Escalate

            Demonstrators attend the annual anti-Israeli Quds Day, or Jerusalem Day, rally in Tehran, Iran, March 13, 2026. A powerful explosion struck central Tehran during mass Quds Day demonstrations, leaving at least one person dead and heightening tensions amid ongoing U.S.–Israeli strikes. Thousands had gathered for the annual rally when the blast erupted near Ferdowsi Square, sending smoke billowing over the crowd and prompting widespread panic.  A large explosion tore through a crowded demonstration in Tehran on Friday as thousands participated in the annual Quds Day march. Iranian state media reported that the blast occurred near Ferdowsi Square, close to Tehran University, an area that had become a focal point for the day’s rallies. Video from the scene showed plumes of gray smoke rising as panicked demonstrators chanted slogans and scrambled for safety.  Authorities confirmed that at least one woman was killed after being struc...

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Russia Unleashes Largest Drone Attack on Ukraine Ahead of War's Third Anniversary

In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Russia launched its largest drone attack on Ukraine since the onset of the war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reported that over 200 drones were deployed in an overnight assault, marking the most significant aerial offensive to date.

The Ukrainian air force successfully intercepted 138 of the drones, while another 119 were neutralized through electronic warfare measures. Despite these efforts, damage was reported across five regions, including Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, Poltava, Kyiv, and Zaporizhzhia.

President Zelenskiy condemned the attack as "aerial terror" and called for unity among Ukraine's allies to secure a "just and lasting peace". He emphasized the need for international support, highlighting the strength of Europe, America, and all partners committed to peace.

The attack comes on the eve of the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, underscoring the ongoing intensity of the conflict. As the war continues, the resilience of the Ukrainian people and the solidarity of their allies remain crucial in the face of such unprecedented aggression.



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