U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday (April 2, 2026) that a major bridge in Iran—reported to be the tallest in the country—had been destroyed in a recent strike, intensifying the ongoing conflict between the two nations.
According to Iranian officials, the attack targeted the B1 bridge in Karaj, located roughly 35 kilometers southwest of Tehran. Ghodratollah Seif stated that the incident resulted in at least eight fatalities and left 95 people injured. Due to restricted access in the region, independent verification of these figures remains difficult.
Shortly after the strike, Trump shared footage on social media showing thick smoke rising from the bridge site. He warned of further military action unless Iran agrees to negotiations, stating that more destruction could follow if a deal is not reached soon.
Responding strongly, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the attack, emphasizing that targeting civilian infrastructure would not weaken Iran’s resolve. He described the move as a sign of desperation and moral decline by opposing forces.
Iranian state media reported that the bridge, still under construction and considered one of the tallest in West Asia with a height of 136 meters, was struck twice. The second strike reportedly occurred while emergency responders were assisting victims from the initial attack.
The incident comes amid escalating tensions following the outbreak of conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran in late February. In a recent national address, Trump suggested that the war could soon reach its conclusion but reiterated strong warnings of intensified military action if Iran refuses to comply with U.S. demands.
As the situation unfolds, concerns continue to grow over the humanitarian and geopolitical consequences of the conflict
