Tehran, Nov. 8 -- Fresh explosions were reported early on Sunday, November 8, across several locations in southern Iran, amid escalating regional tensions.

Two blasts were heard on Qeshm Island, reportedly originating from its eastern side. Explosions were also reported in Bandar Abbas, Jask and Sirik, although local and provincial authorities had not provided details.

Iranian state television attributed the sounds to military exercises and operations by the country's armed forces, rejecting reports of fresh US attacks. The explanation followed an announcement by the Iranian Army that it had shot down a drone over Qeshm Island.

Earlier US strike on Qeshm Island

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