In Iran, a magnitude 5(point)2 earthquake jolted a town near the capital Tehran. According to state television, the quake hit Malard, about 40 kilometers southwest of Tehran, at 23:28 yesterday local time. Its depth was 7 kilometers. <br/><br/>While Iranian state TV put its magnitude at 5.2, the US Geological Survey later said it was a 5.0 quake. The quake was felt in several cities in Iran's north, including Tehran. Authorities said rescue teams were sent to site.<br/><br/>There were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage, but many people in Tehran and other cities and towns poured into the streets out of fear.<br/><br/>