Isfahan (IP) – Reacting to news circulating on social media following a loud explosion heard in the city of Isfahan, the Public Relations Office of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) in Isfahan has released an official statement clarifying the cause of the blast. 

Iran PressIran news: According to the statement, "The explosion heard last night was the result of observing a luminous object in the sky, prompting the activation of the air defense system in a test operation. There was no other significant event, including any military exercises or enemy aggression."

The explosion, which occurred around midnight, sparked speculation among residents, but authorities have emphasized that there was no threat to the public. 

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