5.2‑Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Semnan, Iran – June 20, 2025

A 5.2‑magnitude earthquake struck 35 km southwest of Semnan in northern Iran on June 20, 2025, at around 9:19 PM local time. This shallow 10 km‑deep tremor rattled a region already tense due to conflict with Israel—its epicenter was dangerously close to Iran’s space and missile complex. No immediate damage or casualties have been reported, but concerns remain due to the quake’s proximity to strategic military sites.