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Airstrike destroys Iran's B1 bridge; officials report eight dead

Iranian authorities report eight dead and 95 wounded after an airstrike toppled the under construction B1 bridge near Karaj, hours after President Trump threatened major attacks.

Apr 3rd 2026 · Iran

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  • Iranian officials say eight people were killed and 95 injured in a strike on the B1 bridge near Karaj.
  • Iranian state media and Fars described the B1 bridge as under construction and the Middle East's tallest with a 136 meter column.
  • President Trump posted footage of smoke from the bridge and warned of further destruction if Iran does not negotiate.
  • State television said two strikes hit the bridge and that one strike occurred while emergency teams were responding.
  • AFP and other international outlets say they cannot independently verify casualty figures or access strike sites in Iran.

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