Two people were killed and three others injured in a strike on a railway bridge in the central Iranian city of Kashan, according to regional authorities. The incident occurred at approximately 4:52 PM IST on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 (which was early morning, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in the United States), based on available live updates.
Akbar Salehi, a senior security official in Isfahan province, said the Yahya Abad railway bridge in Kashan was targeted in what he described as an attack involving U.S. and Israeli forces. He stated that the strike resulted in civilian casualties, confirming two fatalities and three injuries.
Authorities reported disruptions to transportation infrastructure following the incident. A key highway in northern Iran was closed after the strike, though officials did not immediately provide details on the extent of the damage or how long the closure would remain in effect.
No independent confirmation of the attack or its attribution has been released. The situation remains fluid as officials continue to assess the damage and broader security implications in the region.
