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Iran port explosion: Death toll rises to 70, over 1,200 injured in Bandar Abbas blast

April 29, 2025 1 min read
author Anamika Mishra, Sub Editor
At least 70 people have died and more than 1,200 have been injured following a massive explosion at Iran’s key container port, Bandar Abbas. The blast, which struck Saturday at the Shahid Rajaee terminal, Iran’s main container hub, triggered a large fire that firefighters struggled to contain amid strong winds and flammable cargo. Authorities now report the fire is under control, though toxic emissions from burning materials continue to pose risks.Hormozgan Province’s governor told state media that rescue operations are ongoing and warned that clearing

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