IranBlast Reported in Eastern Tehran, Nature Unknown
A single blast was reported in the eastern suburbs of Tehran; the nature of the explosion is currently unknown.
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IranIran’s internet blackout continues for 41 days, surpassing 960 hours
A retweet from @netblocks reports that Iran's internet blackout has entered its 41st day, with the regime's ban on global network access exceeding 960 hours.
IranOil executive tells POLITICO that "hell yes" the oil industry is protesting US suggestions to allow Iran to toll ships in Strait of Hormuz
An oil executive told POLITICO that the industry is contacting the White House to protest reported US consideration of allowing Iran to impose tolls on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
IranJet Activity Reported in Iran's Khuzestan Province
A report indicates jet activity in Khuzestan Province, Iran.
IranNew iOS version of Mahsa Alert app released on App Store with offline access
The new iOS update of the Mahsa Alert app allows users inside Iran to access all layers without internet, even during internet disruptions, and adds a 'People's Reports' layer.
IranSatellite images show strike targeted Besat Research Complex in Shiraz
Satellite imagery indicates that the April 6 strikes near Modares Boulevard in Shiraz targeted the Besat Research and Higher Education Complex.
IranStrait of Hormuz Has Been Completely Closed, Says State-Owned FarsNews
Iran's state-owned FarsNews agency reports that the Strait of Hormuz has been completely closed.
IranAA Activity Detected Over Parand, Tehran Province, Iran
Anti-aircraft activity reported over Parand in Tehran Province, Iran.
IranAA Activity Reported in Central Tehran
A sound of anti-aircraft activity was reported in central Tehran at 16:48Z.
IranGas Explosion in 3-Story Building on Tus Boulevard Damages 50 Buildings, 3 Injured
A gas explosion in a three-story building on Tus Boulevard in Khorasan Province, Iran, damaged 50 buildings and injured 3 people, according to the Iranian Fire Department.
IranIran Leadership Changes: Mojtaba Khamenei New Supreme Leader
A post lists changes in Iran's top leadership positions, including Mojtaba Khamenei as new Supreme Leader, and includes a quoted tweet from Hegseth about the new regime.
IranIRGC Claims Downing IAI Hermes 900 Drone Over Fars Province
Iran's IRGC claims to have shot down an IAI Hermes 900 drone over Fars Province, Iran.
IranCalling 400kg Stockpile of 60% Enriched Uranium 'Dust' is Utterly Stupid
A critique of downplaying Iran's 400kg stockpile of 60% enriched uranium as 'dust' for de-escalation or disinformation purposes.
IranStrike on Industrial Facility in Kangan, Iran
A strike on an industrial facility in Kangan, Bushehr Province, Iran, has resulted in a large black smoke plume, as reported by @mamlekate.
IranUAE Air Defenses Engaged 17 Ballistic Missiles and 35 UAVs from Iran, Ministry of Defence Says
UAE air defenses engaged 17 ballistic missiles and 35 UAVs launched from Iran on April 8, 2026, with cumulative totals of 537 ballistic missiles, 26 cruise missiles, and 2,256 UAVs since attacks began.
IranMultiple plumes of heavy smoke seen from Lavan Oil Refinery on Lavan Island, Iran
Multiple plumes of heavy smoke were observed from the Lavan Oil Refinery on Lavan Island, Iran, as geolocated by @acceladealer.
IranIDF Completes Overnight Wave of Attacks in Iranian Skies
The IDF announced it completed a wave of attacks in Iran, targeting launch sites and production infrastructures to reduce the scope of fire.
IranIran's Internet Blackout Enters 40th Day Amid Claims of Victory by US and Iran
A 40-day near-total internet blackout in Iran continues as both the US and Iranian regimes declare victory.
IranAA activity over northeastern Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran
Anti-aircraft activity is reported over northeastern Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran.
IranU.S. intelligence warned Iran poses 'persistent threat' to homeland, White House downplays risk
A new report reveals that U.S. intelligence agencies have warned about a persistent threat from Iran to the homeland, despite the White House publicly downplaying the risk.
IranBallistic Missile Launch Reported from Isfahan, Iran
A ballistic missile launch from Isfahan, Iran was reported at 0015Z.
IranCluster Munition warhead from Iran
A post states that a cluster munition warhead from Iran has been identified, with reference to Israel.
IranBallistic Missile Launch from Babak City, Iran
A ballistic missile launch was observed from Babak city, Kerman Province, Iran at 2354Z.
IranBM Launch from Damvand, Tehran Province, Iran
A ballistic missile launch was reported from Damvand in Tehran Province, Iran.