Tehran, June 21 -- A powerful earthquake of 5.2 magnitude struck northern Iran on Friday evening, June 20, sending tremors across Semnan, Tehran, and Alborz provinces amid a war with Israel.

According to Tasnim News Agency, the quake occurred at 9:19 pm local time, with its epicentre located approximately 35 kilometres southwest of Semnan, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometres - increasing the likelihood of surface-level impact.

Residents in the affected areas reported noticeable shaking, prompting many to evacuate buildings as a precaution. While there have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage, authorities are continuing to assess the situation.

The incident follows a spate of seismic activity across Iran in rec...