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Day 27 of U.S. and Israeli Attacks on Iran: Renewed Escalation in Strikes

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HRANA– In the last 24 hours, and as of March 26, 2026, at 17:00 ET, HRANA has recorded at least 357 attacks across 154 incidents in 21 provinces, resulting in a total of at least 42 casualties (killed and injured, both civilian and military). The data recorded today shows that after two days of relative decline, the number of attacks has increased again.

According to information recorded and verified by HRANA, from the first minutes of the day until the end of March 26, 2026 (Tehran time), at least 28 civilians were killed and nine civilians were injured.

Aggregated data since the beginning of the conflict on February 28, 2026, based on incidents recorded in the incident tab and using minimum values for figures marked “more than”:

• Civilian fatalities: 1,492 people (including at least 221 children)

• Military fatalities: 1,167 people

• Unclassified fatalities (civilian/military): 670 people

Note on Official Statements: Alongside HRANA’s independent reporting, several aggregated official figures were also recorded today from state media, including:

A provincial official in Hormozgan told Mehr News Agency: “Since the beginning of the Ramadan war, 222 residents of Hormozgan have been killed as a result of American and Zionist attacks on our country.”

The governor of Zanjan stated: “As a result of airstrikes by the Zionist regime and the United States on Zanjan Province, 60 citizens have been killed. Of these, 46 were residents of the province, while the remaining 16 lived in other parts of the country and were buried in Zanjan.”

1. Overview of Incidents in the Last 24 Hours

In the last 24 hours, incidents were reported across multiple provinces, reflecting a geographically dispersed pattern of hostilities. In a large portion of the incidents, the method/type of attack has not yet been confirmed and has been recorded as “undetermined.” In cases where the attack type was identifiable, airstrikes and drone attacks were reported.

Preliminary analysis indicates that Tehran Province, accounting for 49%, ranks at the top of the list of provinces targeted by the attacks. Isfahan and Razavi Khorasan provinces each rank jointly in second place with a 10% share, while Fars Province ranks third with 7%. They are followed by Alborz, Hamedan, and Sistan & Baluchestan provinces, respectively.

Map of Attacks Day 27

2. List of Objects Reported Hit

In the past 24 hours, the recorded attacks have damaged 15 distinct objects or facilities. These include a range of different types of targets. In some cases, damage caused by nearby strikes or secondary consequences of the attacks has also been reported.

Examples of targets recorded over the past 24 hours:

• Missile site (Zafar)

• Army armored garrison (Shiraz)

• IRGC-affiliated headquarters (Hamedan)

• Ministry of Defense aerospace industries in Mehrabad, Tehran

• Fuel depot near Shahid Hashemi-Nejad Airport, Mashhad

For a number of the listed targets, the exact nature of the target (civilian/military/dual-use) is still under review, and classifications may be revised as additional information becomes available.

Facilities Protected Under International Humanitarian Law:

Under international humanitarian law, medical facilities, educational institutions, humanitarian facilities, religious sites, and emergency service centers are among the many objects that maintain special protected status and are afforded special protection. In the past 24 hours, HRANA has preliminarily recorded the following cases:

• Four-story residential building (Isfahan)

• Judiciary building on Kaveh Street (Isfahan)

• Seven-story residential building (Bandar Abbas)

• Residential areas of Asbas village (Khosrowshah)

•Industrial town (Neyshabur)

3. Civilian Casualties

In the past 24 hours, at least 28 civilian citizens, including 4 children, have been killed and 9 others injured. All classifications are preliminary and may be updated as new information becomes available.

4. Military Casualties

During the period covered by this report, no reports of military casualties have been received. Military casualties are generally reported in the context of attacks on Army and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) bases. Where possible, organizational affiliation and operational context are being assessed; however, not all details have yet been independently verified.

In some incidents, individuals have been killed in the vicinity of military targets; however, their official status has not yet been definitively determined. These cases remain under review, and if reliable information indicating a different status becomes available, the classification may be revised accordingly.

It is believed that military casualties are significantly higher than the figures reported in these reports. However, due to the sensitive nature of military information and the limited access of human rights groups and media to locations where military forces are present, this section largely reflects reports of senior officers or military personnel who were present in urban areas.

5. Confirmed but Unspecified Casualties

One reported death and four injuries over the past 24 hours remain classified as “undetermined,” meaning HRANA has not yet verified whether the individuals were civilians or military personnel.

Additionally, 24 burials were recorded today, related to casualties from attacks in previous days.

A Note on HRANA Methodology

Note that, in line with HRANA policy, this report reflects only incidents that occurred within the territorial borders of Iran.

The information contained in this report is compiled through HRANA’s established documentation network. Data is collected from a combination of field reports, local contacts, medical and emergency sources, civil society networks, and open source materials, including publicly available images, videos, and official statements where relevant. Each reported incident is logged and assessed through an internal review process before publication.

Given the evolving nature of hostilities, information is gathered on a rolling basis and reflects the status of documentation at the time of publication.

The figures presented in this report may not reflect the full scope of harm. Ongoing hostilities, damage to infrastructure, communication disruptions, restricted access to affected areas, and security risks for sources may limit the ability to document incidents comprehensively.

Delays in medical reporting, difficulties in confirming identities, and restricted access to certain provinces may result in temporary undercounting. As access improves or additional evidence emerges, casualty figures and incident classifications may be revised accordingly.

HRANA remains committed to transparency, methodological rigor, and the continual updating of its findings as new verified information becomes available.

Day 24 of U.S. and Israeli Attacks on Iran: A Deadly Day for Civilians

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HRANA– In the last 24 hours, and as of March 23, 2026, at 16:00 ET, HRANA has recorded at least 379 attacks across 206 incidents in 20 provinces, resulting in a total of at least 175 casualties (killed and injured, both civilian and military). Fifty-five percent of all attacks carried out in the past 24 hours were concentrated in Tehran.

According to information recorded and verified by HRANA, from the first minutes of the day until the end of March 23, 2026 (Tehran time), at least 36 civilians were killed and 138 civilians were injured.

Aggregated data since the beginning of the conflict on February 28, 2026, based on incidents recorded in the incident tab and using minimum values for figures marked “more than”:

• Civilian fatalities: 1,443 people (including at least 217 children)

• Military fatalities: 1,167 people

• Unclassified fatalities (civilian/military): 658 people

Note on Official Statements: Alongside HRANA’s independent reporting, several aggregated official figures were also published today by state-affiliated media, including:

The head of Tehran Province Emergency Center stated: “So far, 6,848 people in Tehran have been injured as a result of the Ramadan-imposed war. Of these, 5,608 were transferred to medical centers after receiving initial treatment by Tehran emergency teams. Unfortunately, 636 people have been killed in Tehran during this period.”

The Cultural Deputy of the Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province stated: “The names of 16 individuals from this province who were killed in the U.S. and Zionist regime’s imposed war against our country, while in other provinces, have been identified and announced.”

1. Overview of Incidents in the Last 24 Hours

In the last 24 hours, incidents were reported across multiple provinces, reflecting a geographically dispersed pattern of hostilities. In a large portion of the incidents, the method/type of attack has not yet been confirmed and has been recorded as “undetermined.” In cases where the attack type was identifiable, airstrikes and drone attacks were reported.

Preliminary analysis indicates that Tehran Province, accounting for 55% of all recorded attacks, ranks first among the most targeted provinces. Isfahan and Alborz provinces follow jointly with 10% each, while East Azerbaijan ranks third with 7%. The list is followed by Yazd, Lorestan, and Hormozgan provinces, respectively.

Map of Attacks Day 24
2. List of Objects Reported Hit

In the past 24 hours, the recorded attacks have damaged 46 distinct objects or facilities. These include a range of different types of targets. In some cases, damage caused by nearby strikes or secondary consequences of the attacks has also been reported.

Examples of targets recorded over the past 24 hours:

• Meythami Base (Garmdareh)

• Imam Ali Garrison (Khorramabad)

• Air Base (Bushehr)

• Headquarters of the Air Force (Tehran)

• Army Aviation (Isfahan)

For a number of the listed targets, the exact nature of the target (civilian/military/dual-use) is still under review, and classifications may be revised as additional information becomes available.

Facilities Protected Under International Humanitarian Law:

Under international humanitarian law, medical facilities, educational institutions, humanitarian facilities, religious sites, and emergency service centers are among the many objects that maintain special protected status and are afforded special protection. In the past 24 hours, HRANA has preliminarily recorded the following cases:

• Shohada-ye Pasdar School (Khorramabad)

• A 17-unit residential building (Tehran)

• Velayat Cultural Center (Shahr-e Rey)

• Three residential units (Tehran)

• Gas Company (Tehran)

3. Civilian Casualties

In the past 24 hours, at least 36 civilian citizens, including 3 children, have been killed, and 138 civilians, including 2 children and 1 woman, have been injured. All classifications are preliminary and may be updated as new information becomes available.

4. Military Casualties

During the period covered by this report, no reports of military casualties have been received. Military casualties are generally reported in the context of attacks on Army and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) bases. Where possible, organizational affiliation and operational context are being assessed; however, not all details have yet been independently verified.

In some incidents, individuals have been killed in the vicinity of military targets; however, their official status has not yet been definitively determined. These cases remain under review, and if reliable information indicating a different status becomes available, the classification may be revised accordingly.

It is believed that military casualties are significantly higher than the figures reported in these reports. However, due to the sensitive nature of military information and the limited access of human rights groups and media to locations where military forces are present, this section largely reflects reports of senior officers or military personnel who were present in urban areas.

5. Confirmed but Unspecified Casualties

Of the reported casualties in the past 24 hours, one death remains classified as undetermined, meaning that HRANA has not yet been able to establish with sufficient certainty whether the individual was a civilian or military personnel.

Today, 16 burials resulting from attacks in previous days have been recorded.

A Note on HRANA Methodology

Note that, in line with HRANA policy, this report reflects only incidents that occurred within the territorial borders of Iran.

The information contained in this report is compiled through HRANA’s established documentation network. Data is collected from a combination of field reports, local contacts, medical and emergency sources, civil society networks, and open source materials, including publicly available images, videos, and official statements where relevant. Each reported incident is logged and assessed through an internal review process before publication.

Given the evolving nature of hostilities, information is gathered on a rolling basis and reflects the status of documentation at the time of publication.

The figures presented in this report may not reflect the full scope of harm. Ongoing hostilities, damage to infrastructure, communication disruptions, restricted access to affected areas, and security risks for sources may limit the ability to document incidents comprehensively.

Delays in medical reporting, difficulties in confirming identities, and restricted access to certain provinces may result in temporary undercounting. As access improves or additional evidence emerges, casualty figures and incident classifications may be revised accordingly.

HRANA remains committed to transparency, methodological rigor, and the continual updating of its findings as new verified information becomes available.

Report on the Arrest of an Austrian-Iranian Dual National in Tehran

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Abbas Danesh, Austria, HRANA, irgc, IRGC Intelligence, Tehran

HRANA – Abbas Danesh, an Iranian-Austrian dual national, was arrested in Tehran on March 10, 2026, by intelligence agents of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Despite the passage of time, no information has been obtained regarding his place of detention.

A family member, in an interview with HRANA, confirmed the arrest and stated that Mr. Danesh was detained in the Fereshteh area of Tehran without the presentation of a warrant or judicial order.

The source added that Mr. Danesh had returned to Iran in late February to attend to personal administrative and financial matters.

According to individuals close to Mr. Danesh, the family’s efforts to obtain information from security institutions about his health condition and whereabouts have so far been unsuccessful. This lack of information has heightened concerns among his relatives, particularly those in Austria.

As of the time of writing, no information is available regarding the reasons for his arrest or any charges brought against him.

Day 22 of the U.S.-Israeli War on Iran: More Than 50% of the Strikes Target Tehran

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HRANA– In the last 24 hours, and as of March 21, 2026, at 16:00 ET, HRANA has recorded at least 348 attacks across 154 incidents in 16 provinces, resulting in a total of at least 16 casualties (killed and injured, both civilian and military). These numerous attacks, carried out on the first day of the new Persian year, were concentrated 53% in Tehran Province. On that day, 3 children and 2 women were killed.

According to information recorded and verified by HRANA, from the first minutes of the day until the end of March 21, 2026 (Tehran time), at least 8 civilians were killed and 6 civilians injured.

Aggregated data since the beginning of the conflict on February 28, 2026, based on incidents recorded in the incident tab and using minimum values for figures marked “more than”:

• Civilian fatalities: 1,406 people (including at least 213 children)

• Military fatalities: 1,167 people

• Unclassified fatalities (civilian/military): 657 people

Note on Official Statements: Alongside HRANA’s independent reports, several aggregated official statistics were also recorded today from state-affiliated media, including:

The Deputy for Security and Law Enforcement of the Khuzestan Governorate stated: “Since the beginning of the Ramadan War, 589 impacts have been recorded in the province, causing extensive damage to residential units, commercial properties, and service centers.”

The Ministry of Health announced: “At present, 970 individuals are hospitalized in medical centers. Thirteen children under the age of five have been killed, and the total number of those under 18 killed has reached 208. Seven hospitals have been evacuated, and 36 ambulances have been damaged. As of March 21, 2026, 234 women have been killed, and the number of injured women stands at 3,600.”

1. Overview of Incidents in the Last 24 Hours

In the last 24 hours, incidents were reported across multiple provinces, reflecting a geographically dispersed pattern of hostilities.  In a large portion of the incidents, the method/type of attack has not yet been confirmed and has been recorded as “undetermined.” In cases where the attack type was identifiable, airstrikes and drone attacks were reported.

Preliminary analysis indicates that Tehran Province, having borne 53% of all recorded attacks, ranks first among the provinces targeted. Khuzestan Province, with 12%, and Alborz Province, with 8%, follow in the next positions. The provinces of Mazandaran, Isfahan, and Gilan come next in the ranking, respectively.

Map of attacks Day 22

For a number of the listed targets, the exact nature of the target (civilian/military/dual-use) is still under review, and classifications may be revised as additional information becomes available.

Facilities Protected Under International Humanitarian Law:

Under international humanitarian law, medical facilities, educational institutions, humanitarian facilities, religious sites, and emergency service centers are among the many objects that maintain special protected status and are afforded special protection. In the past 24 hours, HRANA has preliminarily recorded the following cases:

• Ritaj Tourist and Accommodation Complex (Ahvaz)

• Shahid Ahmadi Roshan Enrichment Complex (Natanz)

• Imam Ali Hospital (Andimeshk)

• A sports hall (Tehran)

• Two passenger and fishing piers (Bushehr)

3. Civilian Casualties

In the past 24 hours, at least 8 civilians, including 3 children and 2 women, have been killed, and 6 civilians, including 2 children and 3 women, have been injured. All classifications are preliminary and may be updated as new information becomes available.

4. Military Casualties

During the reporting period, 2 military personnel were killed. Military casualties are generally reported in the context of attacks on Army and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) bases. Where possible, organizational affiliation and operational context are being assessed; however, not all details have yet been independently verified.

In some incidents, individuals have been killed in the vicinity of military targets; however, their official status has not yet been definitively determined. These cases remain under review, and if reliable information indicating a different status becomes available, the classification may be revised accordingly.

It is believed that military casualties are significantly higher than the figures reported in these reports. However, due to the sensitive nature of military information and the limited access of human rights groups and media to locations where military forces are present, this section largely reflects reports of senior officers or military personnel who were present in urban areas.

5. Confirmed but Unspecified Casualties

Today, 10 burials resulting from attacks in previous days have been recorded.

A Note on HRANA Methodology

Note that, in line with HRANA policy, this report reflects only incidents that occurred within the territorial borders of Iran.

The information contained in this report is compiled through HRANA’s established documentation network. Data is collected from a combination of field reports, local contacts, medical and emergency sources, civil society networks, and open source materials, including publicly available images, videos, and official statements where relevant. Each reported incident is logged and assessed through an internal review process before publication.

Given the evolving nature of hostilities, information is gathered on a rolling basis and reflects the status of documentation at the time of publication.

The figures presented in this report may not reflect the full scope of harm. Ongoing hostilities, damage to infrastructure, communication disruptions, restricted access to affected areas, and security risks for sources may limit the ability to document incidents comprehensively.

Delays in medical reporting, difficulties in confirming identities, and restricted access to certain provinces may result in temporary undercounting. As access improves or additional evidence emerges, casualty figures and incident classifications may be revised accordingly.

HRANA remains committed to transparency, methodological rigor, and the continual updating of its findings as new verified information becomes available.

140 Individuals Arrested on Charges of Sending Images to Foreign Media and Espionage

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HRANA – Official domestic media have reported the arrest of at least 127 citizens in the cities of Tehran, Kazerun, and Zahedan, as well as in Alborz and Khuzestan provinces. These individuals were arrested on charges described as “sending images to foreign media and espionage.” At the same time, a video containing the forced confession of one of these individuals has been released, although the conditions under which it was recorded remain unclear. Additionally, Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence announced in a statement the arrest of 13 citizens and the killing of another individual by agents of this institution in Sistan and Baluchestan Province.

According to Fars News Agency, one citizen was arrested in Tehran. In the video report, it is claimed that this individual filmed locations targeted in airstrikes and sent the images to foreign media outlets. The video also includes his forced confession, though the circumstances of its recording are unknown.

Meanwhile, Mehr News Agency reported the arrest of a citizen in Kazerun by law enforcement officers. The county’s police commander stated that the individual had been “communicating via text messages with foreign media to disclose the coordinates of military and security bases.” The official added that the individual was referred to the prosecutor’s office for legal proceedings.

According to Fars, the police commander of Alborz Province announced that 41 citizens were arrested in the province. He claimed that these individuals had sent images of U.S. and Israeli attacks to foreign media.

Tasnim News Agency reported that Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence announced the arrest of 97 citizens. In its statement, the ministry claimed that 69 of them had intended to create unrest during the final days of the year. It also alleged that some of these individuals had participated in the protests of the month of Dey (December–January).

The statement further claimed that 13 individuals affiliated with opposition groups and allegedly supported and directly guided by Israeli intelligence services were identified and arrested in a joint operation by the Quds Headquarters of the IRGC Ground Forces and Faraja (Law Enforcement Command) in Sistan and Baluchestan Province. Their locations were reported to be the counties of Chabahar, Iranshahr, and Zahedan. It was also reported that one citizen, identified as “Nematollah Shahbakhsh, known as Jamuk,” was killed during the operation.

Moreover, another four-member team affiliated with the same group was identified in hard-to-access mountainous areas around Zahedan and arrested in a joint operation by intelligence agents from Sistan and Baluchestan and Kerman provinces.

In addition, at least 11 citizens in Khuzestan Province, described as “armed and in contact with the enemy,” were identified and arrested.

The reports do not mention the identities or places of detention of these individuals.

Since February 28, Iranian territory has been targeted by military attacks carried out by Israel and the United States. For further details, see HRANA’s report on the twentieth day since the onset of these attacks, published last night.

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At Least 220 Citizens Arrested Across Various Provinces

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HRANA – Domestic media have reported the arrest of at least 220 citizens across several provinces in Iran, including Tehran, Alborz, Hamedan, and West Azerbaijan.

According to Fars News Agency, 75 citizens were arrested in Alborz Province. The IRGC in Alborz stated that these individuals were “key elements linked to anti-regime groups.” The report claims that they had sent images of projectile impacts on locations and arrests of individuals to foreign media outlets. It also alleges that some of them were involved in insulting the Supreme Leader, online activities, and connecting to satellite internet.

Meanwhile, Tasnim News Agency released a video report showing the arrest of several citizens. In the footage, eight individuals are seen being detained in Tehran. The forced confessions of two of them were also broadcast, although it is unclear under what circumstances these statements were obtained. The report claims that these individuals were in contact with opposition groups and intended to carry out related activities.

Additionally, according to Tasnim, agents of the Ministry of Intelligence arrested at least 111 citizens in operations across 26 provinces. These individuals have been accused of supporting opposition groups and maintaining connections with foreign countries.

Furthermore, four citizens in Hamedan and West Azerbaijan provinces were arrested on charges of “espionage and sending the locations of headquarters, equipment, and troop deployments to the enemy.” Another 21 individuals, accused of “sending information and images to foreign media,” were also identified and detained.

According to Jamaran, one citizen was arrested by security forces in Valiasr Square. The reason for his arrest was reported to be the alleged throwing of an explosive object.

These reports did not disclose the identities of the detainees or their place of detention.

Since February 28, 2026, Iranian territory has been targeted by military attacks by Israel and the United States. For further details, you can refer to HRANA’s report published last night on the eighteenth day since the beginning of these attacks.

Arrest of Five Individuals for Filming and Sending Footage to Media

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Faraja, HRANA, Tehran, Yazd

HRANA – At least four citizens in Tehran and one in Yazd have been arrested for filming sites where missiles struck and bombed areas and sending the footage to a foreign-based media outlet.

According to Fars News Agency, the public relations office of the Yazd Public and Revolutionary Prosecutor’s Office announced the arrest of a citizen. The individual was arrested following judicial coordination for filming and sending footage to a foreign-based media outlet (Iran International). After being formally charged and issued a legal bail order, the person was transferred to prison.

The report states that the individual had recorded images or videos from specific locations, including missile launch or impact sites during the recent war.

Meanwhile, Tasnim News Agency reported the arrest of four citizens in Tehran. According to the report, these individuals were also detained by the Special Units of the Law Enforcement Command (FARAJA) for the same actions.

The reports do not mention the identities of the detainees or the dates of their arrests.

Since February 28, Iran’s territory has been targeted by military attacks by Israel and the United States. For more information, you can refer to HRANA’s report on the thirteenth day after the start of these attacks, which was published last night.

Over 195 Citizens Arrested Across Iran Amid U.S. and Israeli Attacks; Authorities Cite Media Activity and Espionage Allegations

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and Rezvanshahr, Eslamshahr, Tabriz, Tehran

HRANA –in connection with U.S. and Israeli military attacks on Iran, more than 195 citizens have been arrested in various cities across the country. These arrests took place in the cities of Tehran, Eslamshahr, Tabriz, and Rezvanshahr, as well as in the provinces of Khuzestan, Kurdistan, Lorestan, and Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad.

Additionally, according to reports published by official media outlets, a video containing the forced confessions of several of these detainees has been released. It remains unclear under what conditions these confessions were recorded.

These individuals are facing accusations including activity on social media and sending content to foreign media outlets, spreading public anxiety, cooperation with foreign media, espionage and gathering information for foreign countries, as well as attempting to disrupt public security.

Yesterday, the country’s Chief Commander of Law Enforcement announced in a video report the arrest of 82 citizens. Ahmadreza Radan, without specifying the locations of the arrests, claimed that 81 of these individuals were detained due to activity on social media and sending materials to a foreign media outlet (Iran International). One citizen was also arrested for financial connections with foreign networks.

The IRGC’s Abolfazl Unit in Lorestan also announced that three citizens were arrested on charges of spreading public anxiety and cooperating with foreign media outlets. The statement claimed that these individuals had engaged in actions such as “spreading rumors, setting fire to mourning symbols, and sending images to media outlets.”

Tasnim News Agency reported the arrest of a citizen in Eslamshahr. Saeed Doosti-Nejad, the prosecutor of Eslamshahr, claimed that the individual was affiliated with one of the Persian-language media networks operating outside the country and had collected information for them.

In recent days, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Intelligence Organization announced that 10 individuals who had filmed locations struck in the attacks and sent the footage to foreign media had been arrested so far. At the same time, a video containing forced confessions from these citizens has been released.

On Thursday, March 5, five citizens were arrested by security forces in Tehran. Fars News Agency, a media outlet close to security institutions, claimed that they were collecting information from certain centers and mosques to provide to the United States and Israel. However, the outlet did not mention the identities or the locations where the detainees are being held.

In another report, Fars News Agency stated that 50 citizens were arrested by intelligence agents of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province. The report claimed that the individuals “intended to obtain weapons to disrupt public security and were identified and arrested before taking any action.”

According to ILNA, the local police commander announced the identification and arrest of two individuals in this county. Hamed Shadbahr, providing details on the matter, stated that officers from the county’s Public Security Police had identified and arrested two individuals on charges of publishing and republishing false news and producing online content which, according to law enforcement authorities, caused public anxiety and concern within society.

Meanwhile, the Public Relations Office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced the arrest of six citizens and the killing of another by the forces of this institution in Kurdistan Province. In the statement, published by Fars News Agency, it was claimed that these individuals were “armed elements” connected to groups opposed to the political establishment and had been identified and arrested in the northwest of Kurdistan Province.

According to Tasnim News Agency, on February 28 a citizen in Tabriz was arrested for what was described as an “attempt to disrupt the mourning ceremony for the death of Ali Khamenei.” The Deputy for Social Affairs of the East Azerbaijan Law Enforcement Command claimed that the detained individual “intended to drive into the crowd of participants and disrupt the ceremony.”

According to Hamshahri, the Ministry of Intelligence of the Islamic Republic of Iran also announced in a statement the arrest of several individuals in Tehran, claiming that they had been planning to carry out the directives of the United States and Israel in the capital. The statement added that weapons of war, amounts of foreign currency, and a Starlink device were discovered from them. However, the security body did not disclose the identities or the number of those arrested.

Additionally, the General Directorate of Intelligence in Khuzestan Province reported the arrest of six individuals in the province. In the statement, the security body claimed that the detainees were members of an “armed” group linked to foreign countries and that a quantity of military equipment had been discovered in their possession.

Furthermore, at least 30 citizens have been arrested in recent days by forces of the Ministry of Intelligence of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Tasnim News Agency, quoting this security institution, reported that these arrests were carried out on charges described as “espionage for the United States and Israel.”

Although countering espionage is not considered a violation of human rights, given the Iranian government’s record of instrumentally using such accusations against political opponents, such claims—particularly when details and due process remain unclear—are often viewed with skepticism. In the reports mentioned, no information has been provided regarding the identities of the detainees or the locations where they are being held.

It should be noted that the military attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran began on February 27, 2026. Since the beginning of these attacks, HRANA has been documenting and recording developments related to these conflicts across different parts of the country on a daily basis. For further information, readers may refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the twelfth day of the conflict, which was published last night.

Attack on Oil Facilities in Tehran and Karaj; Capital’s Sky Filled with Smoke as Concerns Rise Over Pollution and Fuel Shortages

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HRANA, Tehran, U.S. and Israeli attack, U.S.-Israeli War

HRANA – Following airstrikes on the evening of March 7 targeting several oil depots and facilities in Tehran and Karaj, large fires in fuel storage tanks have released significant amounts of smoke and pollutants into the capital’s sky. As the fires continue and warnings about respiratory risks grow, officials have also announced a reduction in gasoline quotas. This situation, amid increasing efforts by some residents to leave Tehran, could affect people’s ability to move around and exit the city.

Based on images shared on social media and reports received, several oil depots and fuel-distribution facilities in different parts of Tehran were hit, including locations around Shahran in the northwest of the capital, the Aghdasieh and Sohanak areas in the northeast, as well as oil facilities in Shahr-e Rey and Fardis in Karaj, which experienced major explosions and widespread fires. Massive columns of smoke and flames were visible across many parts of Tehran, and hours after the attack some of the fuel tanks were still burning. Reports published by citizens and journalists indicate that, following these fires, the sky over Tehran has noticeably darkened, with a layer of smoke and suspended particles spreading across different parts of the city. Some social media users have also reported precipitation containing black particles, which they say has settled on the surfaces of cars and buildings.

Following the attacks, Iranian authorities announced that parts of the network for transferring and distributing petroleum products in Tehran and Alborz provinces had been damaged. Although the exact scale of the damage has not been announced, alongside the widespread images of the fires, measures were introduced to manage fuel consumption in the capital. The Governor of Tehran announced that the fueling quota using personal fuel cards at stations has been temporarily reduced from 30 liters to 20 liters. In addition, to reduce pressure on the city’s transportation system, it was announced that the Tehran Metro would operate free of charge and around the clock. These decisions were taken amid recent reports indicating that some residents have been increasingly trying to leave Tehran following the airstrikes.

The immediate consequence of these attacks was severe air pollution in parts of Tehran. The burning of large quantities of petroleum products can release hydrocarbons, particulate matter, sulfur oxides, and nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere, compounds that, when accumulated in urban air, can quickly push air quality to dangerous levels.

Iran’s meteorological authorities have announced that in the hours following the attacks, a combination of smoke from the fires and existing cloud cover was observed over Tehran’s sky. Such conditions may lead to precipitation containing chemical compounds produced by combustion. Some warnings published in the media have also advised residents to use protective masks if possible and to reduce direct contact with rainfall that may contain chemical contaminants.

Tehran has long been a city chronically affected by air pollution. The addition of a substantial volume of smoke from burning oil storage tanks could further worsen this situation and expose the city’s millions of residents to health risks. In the short term, inhaling such pollutants can aggravate symptoms of respiratory illnesses, cause irritation of the eyes and throat, headaches, and breathing difficulties. For individuals who already suffer from conditions such as asthma, chronic lung diseases, or heart problems, these conditions may be even more dangerous.

Some physicians in Tehran have also expressed concern about a potential rise in respiratory problems among residents in messages shared on social media.

One resident of northwestern Tehran told HRANA:
“Since midnight, the sound of explosions did not stop. When we woke up in the morning, the sky was completely dark and the smell of burning was spreading in the air.”

Another resident living in eastern Tehran summarized their observations in a conversation with HRANA:
“When the rain started, black particles were settling on windows and cars. Many people were saying not to go out in the rain.”

Day Nine of the U.S.-Israeli War on Iran: Polluted Air and Black Rain in Tehran

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HRANA – In the last 24 hours, and as of March 8, 2026, at 17:00 ET, HRANA has recorded at least 752 attacks across 148 incidents in 30 provinces, resulting in a total of at least 83 casualties (killed and injured, both civilian and military). The recent attacks have geographically spread across the entire country, although the focus of the strikes still remains on Tehran and several specific provinces.

According to information recorded and verified by HRANA, from the first minutes of the day until the end of March 8, 2026 (Tehran time), at least 33 people were killed and 50 others injured. These cases have been documented at the incident level, but their classification (civilian or military) is not specified in the available data. Therefore, to avoid classification errors, they are presented in this report under the category of “unspecified.”

Aggregated data since the beginning of the conflict on February 28, 2026, based on incidents recorded in the incident tab and using minimum values for figures marked “more than”:

• Civilian fatalities: 1,205 people (including at least 194 children)

• Military fatalities: 187 people

• Unclassified fatalities (civilian/military): 316 people

This remainder of this report provides a preliminary analytical overview of documented incidents over the past 24 hours. All figures and classifications are based on information available at the time of publication. As verification continues and more information becomes available, casualty figures and classifications may be updated.

1. Overview of Incidents in the Last 24 Hours

In the last 24 hours, incidents were reported across multiple provinces, reflecting a geographically dispersed pattern of hostilities.  In a large portion of the incidents, the method/type of attack has not yet been confirmed and has been recorded as “undetermined.” In cases where the attack type was identifiable, airstrikes and drone attacks were reported.

Preliminary analysis indicates that Tehran Province, accounting for 34% of the attacks, continues to be targeted more than any other part of the country. After that, as on the previous day, the provinces of Isfahan (about 8%) and Kermanshah (about 6%) recorded a larger share of today’s attacks. As in previous days, Khuzestan, Alborz, and several western provinces of the country account for the next highest shares of the attacks.

2 List of Objects Reported Hit

In the past 24 hours, the targeting or damage of 124 unique objects or facilities has been confirmed. These objects include a range of targets. Please note that this list includes not only objects reportedly directly targeted, but also those documented as damaged as a result of nearby strikes or blast effects.

Examples of targets recorded in the past 24 hours:

For a number of the listed targets, the exact nature of the target (civilian/military/dual-use) is still under review, and classifications may be revised as additional information becomes available.