Unusual earthquake raises alarms: Is Iran testing its first nuclear bomb?

On October 5, 2024, a 4.6 magnitude earthquake hit Iran’s Semnan province, with tremors felt across the region, including in Israel. Shortly after, a second weaker tremor struck Israel, fueling social media speculation about a possible covert nuclear test. Though no official confirmation has been made, online theories are circulating amidst the backdrop of ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel, marked by military conflict. Experts remain cautious, while the geopolitical landscape intensifies fears of Iran’s advancing nuclear capabilities.