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☆ Live updates: Israel attacks Iran, explosions in Isfahan, war in Gaza
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-19 | by ( Kathleen Magramo | Elizabeth Wolfe | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

Iran's media on Friday published footage and images of calm scenes in the country after an unclaimed aerial attack hit Isfahan province. Air defenses intercepted three drones, an Iranian official said, after reports of explosions near an army base in the central region. Isfahan airport was operating as normal after airports were earlier closed around the country, according to semi-official Tasnim news. Meanwhile, in the northwest city of Tabriz — where air defenses were also activated —video showed normal traffic and pedestrians in parks and on the streets. Remember: Israel carried out a strike on Iran, a US official told CNN, a move that threatens to further escalate regional conflict.

Persons: Israel Organizations: Air, CNN Locations: Isfahan, Tabriz, Iran

☆ Oil prices jump 3% on reports of explosions in Iran
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-19 | by ( Lee Ying Shan | In Ying-Shan-Lee | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

A view of oil-well in action during sunset at Elk Hills Oil Field as gas prices on the rise in California, United States on April 14, 2024. Oil prices jumped more than 3% after unconfirmed reports of explosions near the Iranian city of Isfahan. Iran's Fars news agency reported that explosions were heard near the Isfahan airport, but emphasized that the reasons were unknown. Global benchmark Brent traded 3.63% higher at $90.27 a barrel, while the U.S. West Texas Intermediate rose 3.66% to $85.76 per barrel. Spot gold prices surged to a fresh all-time high of 2,411.09 per ounce, while the yen strengthened 0.45% to 153.93 against the U.S. dollar.

Organizations: Brent, U.S . West Texas, U.S . Locations: Elk, California, United States, Iranian, Isfahan, Iran's Fars, U.S

Explosions were heard in Iran, according to CNN, which cited Iranian state media outlet FARS. There's still a lack of clarity around the reported explosions, but there are multiple reports of an Israeli strike. AdvertisementExplosions were heard near an Iranian military base, and multiple reports, citing US officials, say that Israel struck Iran. CNN, citing the semi-official FARS news outlet, reported the explosions were heard in the city of Ghahjaworstan, which is located near Isfahan, Iran. The Iranian news outlet said that "the city of Ghahjaworstan is located near Isfahan Airport and the eighth hunting base of the Army Air Force."

Persons: — Organizations: CNN, Service, Army Air Force, Business Locations: Iran, FARS, There's, Israel, Ghahjaworstan, Isfahan, Iranian, Isfahan Airport

☆ Isfahan, Iran: Iran’s air defense activated after explosions heard close to Isfahan airport and military base, reports say
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-18 | by ( Hamdi Alkhshali | Artemis Moshtaghian | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, a US official told CNN Friday, a move that threatens to push the region deeper into conflict. Iran’s air defense systems were activated in several locations after three explosions were heard close to the airport and an army base in the Iranian city of Isfahan, state media reported early Friday morning. Three explosions were heard near a military base where fighter jets are located in the northwest part of Isfahan, Iran’s semi-official FARS news agency reported. Renée Rigdon/CNNOutgoing flights from several Iranian airports have been cancelled, according to an Iranian official, Iranian state media Press TV reported. FARS reported that the explosion was heard in the city of Ghahjaworstan, northwest of Isfahan, citing local sources.

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