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Manhole Explosions Cause Downtown Baltimore Power Outage and Closures

BALTIMORE, Md. – Downtown Baltimore was rocked by a series of manhole cover explosions on Thursday night, leaving hundreds without power as crews worked to investigate the cause. The Baltimore Office of Emergency Management reported that smoke and fire were seen emanating from multiple manhole covers on North Charles Street. Preliminary investigations suggest that the explosions were caused by electrical issues. The incident prompted significant traffic modifications in the area, with crews operating in the …

Explosions in Iraq Deemed ‘Most Violent’ Yet as US Forces Come Under Attack

Baghdad, Iraq – U.S. forces in Iraq came under attack on Sunday, as a series of explosions rocked the area in what has been described as the “most violent” assault on American troops yet. The attack comes amidst escalating tensions in the region, with the U.S. recently conducting airstrikes against Iranian-backed militia groups in Iraq and Syria. The explosions targeted a military base hosting U.S. forces in the city of Irbil in the semi-autonomous Kurdish …

Clashes Erupt in Kabul and Mazar-e-Sharif, Taliban Silent on Explosions

An explosion occurred in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Thursday morning, leading to casualties, according to Afghan media sources. The armed clashes in the area following the incident have not been attributed to any group or individual, and there is no information available about casualties. Taliban officials have not commented on the incident as of yet. Additionally, a similar explosion was reported in Mazar-e-Sharif, located in Balkh province. The details surrounding the explosions in Kabul and Mazar-e-Sharif …

Dnipro Explosions Heard during Early Morning Air Raid Alert

Dnipro, Ukraine – Explosions were heard in Dnipro during an air raid alert early on Saturday, January 13. According to public broadcaster Suspilne, the sounds of explosions could be heard in the city. Later, the media outlet’s correspondents reported new explosions in the city. An air raid alert was issued in a number of regions, including the Dnipropetrovsk region. The city of Dnipro, located in eastern Ukraine, has been facing heightened tensions due to ongoing …

Explosions Kill 95 People in Terror Attack on Soleimani’s Burial Site

Kerman, Iran—At least 95 people were killed on Wednesday in the Iranian city of Kerman after twin blasts near the burial site of the slain military commander Qasem Soleimani, in what officials called a terror attack. The blasts, at least one of which was caused by a bomb, came on the fourth anniversary of Soleimani’s death in a US airstrike, escalating tensions in the region further since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. …

Bolton Speculates on Culprit Behind Iran Explosions Near Soleimani Burial Site

Washington, D.C. – Former National Security Adviser John Bolton shared his thoughts on the recent twin blasts near the burial site of Iranian military commander Qasem Soleimani. Bolton weighed in on who he believes is behind the explosions. The twin blasts near Soleimani’s burial site raised questions about the possible perpetrators behind the attack. Bolton, a prominent figure in national security, added his perspective to the ongoing discussion, offering insight into the potential motives and …

Explosions at Iranian General’s Commemoration Take 103 Lives Amid Middle East Unrest

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Two bombs went off within minutes of each other on Wednesday at a commemoration for a prominent Iranian general who was killed in a U.S. drone strike in 2020, Iranian officials said. The attacks happened in the city of Kerman, about 510 miles southeast of Tehran, killing at least 103 people and injuring 211. The gathering was in remembrance of Gen. Qassem Soleimani, who was the head of Iran’s Revolutionary …

Earthquake Possible Cause of Mysterious Explosions on Roosevelt Island, Say Officials

New York, NY – Residents on Roosevelt Island and in the Astoria neighborhood of Queens were startled early Tuesday morning by what they described as shaking and small explosions. Emergency crews responded to 911 calls from the area, but initially found no clear source for the disturbances. However, the mystery was potentially solved when the U.S. Geological Survey reported a 1.7 magnitude earthquake near Astoria at the same time as the reported incidents. The reports …

FDNY Responds to Reports of Explosions on Roosevelt Island in New York City

NEW YORK CITY – The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) quickly responded to reports of explosions on Roosevelt Island. The explosions, which were heard around 6 AM local time on Tuesday, occurred near the Roosevelt Island Bridge & Tram, according to reports from CBS New York. Fire officials stated that panicked callers reported a building shaking and a possible explosion, but no injuries or power outages have been reported. A personal safety network called …

Explosions Rock Russia-Occupied Donetsk, Killing Four on New Year’s Eve: War Correspondents Injured

DONETSK, Russia – Explosions rocked Russia-occupied Donetsk late in the evening with occupation authorities claiming that four people were killed in an attack, according to a news portal report on Dec. 31. The shelling in the city began after midnight Moscow time. Videos posted by residents on social media captured the sounds of explosions. The Donbas Palace Hotel in Donetsk took six hits overnight, where the Russian “elite” and Moscow guests were celebrating the New …