Explosion at Iran’s Port: Over 500 Injured, Multiple Casualties Feared

An enormous explosion rocked Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port, located near the city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. The blast occurred in an office linked to the port, causing a massive fire to break out in the area. The explosion was so powerful that it sent shockwaves across the region, with tremors felt several kilometers away, resembling those of a small earthquake.
According to global news agencies, the explosion took place in an office located near numerous shipping containers. Following the explosion, fire trucks and ambulances were seen rushing to the scene as emergency services began to respond.
Initial reports suggest that the number of injured could exceed 500, with fears of multiple fatalities. The damage was extensive, with windows in buildings several kilometers away shattered due to the blast’s intensity.
Authorities have stated that the cause of the explosion remains unknown, and investigations are currently underway. This is a developing story, and more details will be shared as they become available.