Airstrikes Target Sharif University in Tehran Amid Ongoing Israel-Iran Conflict
Israel-Iran war: Airstrikes hit Tehran university linked to weapons work
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Early Monday, airstrikes hit the Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, which has been linked to military projects, particularly in ballistic missile development. The strikes occurred as the ongoing conflict with Israel escalates, with reports of additional strikes in residential areas, including Qom, resulting in casualties.
- 01Airstrikes targeted Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, Iran.
- 02The university has faced sanctions for its military-related work.
- 03Explosions were heard throughout the night, with low-flying jets reported.
- 04A separate airstrike in Qom resulted in at least five fatalities.
- 05Iran has not disclosed recent casualty figures or material losses.
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On Monday morning, a series of airstrikes targeted the Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, a site previously sanctioned for its involvement in military projects, particularly related to ballistic missiles. The university was empty of students due to the ongoing conflict, which has forced educational institutions to shift to online classes. The strikes also affected a nearby natural gas distribution site. Witnesses reported the sound of low-flying fighter jets and explosions throughout the night. Additionally, an airstrike in the residential area of Qom, a city known for its religious significance, resulted in at least five deaths. Iran has not released updated figures on casualties or material losses from the conflict, which has seen military actions intensify in recent weeks.
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The airstrikes may escalate tensions in the region and affect civilian safety, particularly in areas near military targets.
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