Iran's Main Gas Pipeline Targeted in Suspected Terrorist Attack

Iran condemns twin explosions on gas pipelines, blaming "terrorism and sabotage" and linking the incidents to Israel amid heightened regional tension due to the war in Gaza. The explosions occurred on the south-north gas pipeline, disrupting gas supply, but authorities denied cuts to industries and offices. While Arab separatists in southwestern Iran have claimed attacks on oil pipelines in the past, Iran generally blames Israel for similar acts of alleged sabotage. Tensions have risen as Iran faces economic challenges from international sanctions and rare civil unrest, while the head of the UN's nuclear watchdog warns of Iran's lack of transparency regarding its atomic program.