A 4.5 magnitude earthquake struck Iran’s Bushehr province on February 16, 2026, near the country’s only operational nuclear power plant. Within minutes, social media speculation surged, with some users claiming the tremor might be linked to a covert nuclear test rather than a natural seismic event, citing its location and regional impact.
However, similar claims have emerged after past earthquakes in Iran and were later dismissed by scientists and international monitoring agencies. Experts note that geopolitical tensions often amplify misinformation after such incidents, as uncertainty allows rumors to spread quickly. The episode highlights how seismic events near sensitive facilities can trigger global alarm even without evidence.
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