Air Strikes Hit Iconic Tehran-Karaj Bridge

A highway bridge connecting Tehran to Karaj was targeted in air strikes, as reported by Fars news. The attack resulted in several injuries and affected other parts of Karaj. The B1 bridge, the Middle East's tallest, was inaugurated earlier this year.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Dubai | Updated: 02-04-2026 17:13 IST | Created: 02-04-2026 17:13 IST
Air Strikes Hit Iconic Tehran-Karaj Bridge
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An important highway bridge linking Iran's capital, Tehran, to the city of Karaj was subjected to air strikes on Thursday. Fars news agency reported that several people were injured due to the attack.

The strategic location, known as the B1 bridge, is noted for being the tallest bridge in the Middle East and had its inauguration earlier this year.

Additional areas in Karaj also suffered from the attack, adding to concerns over the escalating tensions in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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