Explosion Heard on Qeshm Island; Four Injured in Andimeshk

Residents on Qeshm Island in southern Iran reported hearing explosions on Tuesday, which officials later attributed to the disposal of unexploded munitions. Ahmad Nafisi, deputy governor of Hormozgan province for security affairs, explained that specialized teams carried out the controlled detonations across several areas of the island.

Nafisi told Tasnim news agency that the series of blasts, which caused concern among locals, were part of technical procedures to neutralize hazardous ordnance safely. This incident marks the second time in 24 hours that explosions have been heard on Qeshm Island. The previous day, Iranian media reported similar sounds linked to unidentified small drones operating over the area.

Air Defense Activity and Injuries in Andimeshk

Meanwhile, in the southwestern city of Andimeshk, Khuzestan province, local authorities confirmed that four civilians sustained injuries after a projectile landed in the area. Officials indicated that the sounds heard in the city’s skies were connected to air defense tests or activities.

The injured individuals are receiving medical treatment and are reported to be in stable condition. Authorities assured that the situation in Andimeshk remains fully under control.

US Military Strike Postponed Amid Negotiations

In a related development, US President Donald Trump announced a delay in a planned military strike against Iran, originally scheduled for Tuesday. Trump stated he would give diplomatic talks another chance despite previously leaning toward immediate military action.

He emphasized that ongoing serious negotiations motivated the decision to postpone the attack, signaling a temporary shift toward diplomatic engagement.