Iranian media reports explosions in Isfahan, air defenses activated in several cities

Iranian media reported explosions in the central city of Isfahan on Wednesday evening, with air defense systems activated in several areas in the country despite a two-week ceasefire with the United States.

The Mehr News Agency said explosions were heard in Isfahan, without giving any details about the cause or any potential damage.

The outlet said air defense systems were also activated in several Iranian cities, including Kerman, Isfahan, Parand and Robat Karim.

After Pakistani mediation, US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, saying Tehran presented a “workable” 10-point proposal for negotiations.

The announcement came less than two hours before the expiration of a deadline Trump had repeatedly extended for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and accept an agreement or face “the destruction of an entire civilization.”