Fire engulfs Tehran oil depot following reported Israeli military strike

A large fire has broken out at a major oil depot in northern Tehran, Iran.

According to reports, the fire occurred on Saturday night at the Shehran oil depot, which is located outside of the city. Footage captured by witnesses shows a massive fire engulfing the area.

The Israeli military has claimed responsibility for carrying out an attack on the depot, stating that it targeted fuel storage facilities and related sites that they allege are affiliated with the Iranian armed forces.

Details of the attack and its impact on the surrounding area have not been released.

Source: Al Jazeera