Massive blasts in eastern parts of Tehran

Massive blasts in eastern parts of Tehran

Tehran, June 17, 2025—Early Sunday morning witnessed a series of massive explosions in the eastern parts of Tehran, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. The blasts, which occurred in close proximity to each other, have left the city in a state of turmoil and have raised concerns about the potential impact on the local economy and infrastructure.

The first explosion was reported at the Shahran fuel and gasoline depot, located in an affluent neighborhood of luxury high-rises. The depot, which has at least 11 storage tanks, was hit and set afire during the Israeli attack that began on Saturday night. Residents of the area described the scene as terrifying, with a massive fire engulfing the area and causing significant commotion [2].

Separately, in the city's south, the Shahr Rey oil refinery was also struck, according to Iranian state news media. Emergency crews were trying to contain the fire, and a resident of Tehran, Reza Salehi, said he could see the flames from miles away [2].

The Israeli military has been conducting a series of precision airstrikes against key Iranian targets, including energy facilities, military leaders, and nuclear scientists. The latest wave of attacks comes after the elimination of Iran's wartime chief of staff, Ali Shadmani, who was killed in a targeted airstrike in central Tehran [1]. Shadmani was commander of Iran’s Armed Forces Emergency Headquarters and oversaw both the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the country’s active army.

The explosions have caused significant damage to the local infrastructure and have disrupted the supply of energy and fuel to the city. The impact on the local economy is expected to be substantial, with potential disruptions in transportation, manufacturing, and other sectors that rely on a stable supply of energy and fuel.

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran has also raised concerns about the potential for a broader regional conflict. The U.S. has not provided any military assistance to Israel in its campaign against Iran but has expressed support for Israel's right to defend itself [3]. The U.S. has also moved additional military assets to the region, including an aircraft carrier, to bolster its presence in the Middle East [3].

The situation in Tehran and the broader conflict between Israel and Iran remains fluid, with both sides continuing to engage in a series of airstrikes and missile attacks. The potential for further escalation is high, and the impact on the local and regional economies is likely to be significant.

References:

[1] https://www.ynetnews.com/article/ryn3xccmll
[2] https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/14/world/middleeast/iran-israel-energy-facility-strikes-tehran.html
[3] https://www.yahoo.com/news/israel-iran-live-updates-5-093022380.html