Videos broadcast from the area showed repeated explosions and a large fire, while several reports indicated the attack struck near strategic and industrial infrastructure.
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The new bombardment came after strikes earlier this week on Isfahan, a major transport hub and industrial hub, underscoring continued pressure on central Iran as the conflict entered its most intense phase.
The attack came amid regional escalation, with Israel continuing its operations in Iran while Tehran fired missiles towards Israel and sites in several Gulf countries, fueling fears of a broader confrontation.
At this stage, no confirmed death toll was available for Baharestan, making it difficult to immediately assess the impact on civilians, even though the fighting has already killed thousands and disrupted global energy markets.
Oil prices soared again this week, with Brent back above $108 a barrel, as markets reacted to the continuing threat to supply routes and infrastructure across the Middle East.
