[77392] Intense explosions reported in Iran: Authorities claim it is the destruction of old ammunition

Explosions heard in the Qeshm Island and Bandar Abbas area

Throughout the day (May 31, 2026), reports of intense explosion sounds were heard in the area of Qeshm Island and Bandar Abbas on the shores of the Persian Gulf. According to 301 News Arab World, the initial source of the explosions was not clear to local residents, and it raised concern among the public in the area.

Authorities in Iran were quick to respond to the reports. Iran's state broadcaster stated, as noted by 301 News Arab World, that the sounds heard in the area are the result of "the destruction of ammunition left over from the war." The Iranian news agency "MEHR" confirmed the matter, adding that there were no reports of casualties or property damage as a result of the controlled explosion.

The reports were simultaneously verified by several Israeli news channels. Israel News IL as well as Asaf Rozenzwaig, News from the Wide World noted in their reports that it was a "controlled explosion of ammunition left over from the war." As of this hour, the Iranian authorities have not yet provided further details regarding the type of ammunition that was destroyed or the exact location of the operational activity.

Note: The channel '301 News Arab World' is characterized by an editorial line that consistently criticizes Iran, Hamas, and the Gaza leadership, while the parallel reports in the Israeli channels focus on relaying the factual update about the event.