The media reported an explosion in Iran's Syria

An explosion has occurred in the port city of Sirik, located in southern Iran. This was reported on July 19 by the Tasnim news agency, citing local residents.

"A few minutes ago, residents of Syria reported the sound of an explosion. At 01:30 (local time, 02:30 Moscow time), a message was received about a missile hitting Sirik," the Telegram channel said.

It is noted that operational groups are in the area of the explosion, the damage is being assessed.

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