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A massive nighttime explosion near Jerusalem has sparked panic, speculation, and fresh fears amid soaring Israel-Iran tensions. The blast occurred in Beit Shemesh in central Israel, with dramatic footage showing a giant mushroom cloud and flames lighting up the night sky. Initial reports claimed Israeli emergency teams were blocked from entering the site, fueling allegations that the explosion may have occurred at a sensitive military facility. However, The Times of Israel reported that the blast took place at a testing ground operated by Tomer, a missile and rocket engine developer. Tomer insists the explosion was part of a “pre-planned and controlled experiment,” but doubts continue to grow after a former CIA official questioned why such a detonation would take place at night — suggesting it may have been an accident or even sabotage.