At least 14 people have been killed and 750 were injured after a powerful explosion rocked Rajaei port at Iran's  Iran's Ponder Abas city.

Iran blast: 14 dead, 750 injured in high-intensity blast

A massive explosion rocked Iran's Shahid Rajaee Port near the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday (Apr 26), killing at least 25 people and injuring over 800, according to State TV.
Shahid Rajaee Port is Iran's most advanced container terminal and a key gateway for goods into the country.
On the Telegram app, Iran's Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni early on Sunday (Apr 27) said that there were "14 dead and 750 injured so far in the explosion".
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<h2>What happened?</h2>
The blast, which triggered a major blaze, may have originated from a fire in the port's hazardous and chemical materials' storage depot, said the port's customs office in a statement carried on Iranian state TV.
The New York Times, citing an anonymous source linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, reported that sodium perchlorate &mdash; a chemical used in missile solid fuel &mdash; exploded.
Mehrdad Hassanzadeh, head of the province's crisis management authority, told state TV that "the cause of this incident was the explosion of several containers stored in the Shahid Rajaee Port wharf area".
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Meanwhile, the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company clarified that the blast "has no connection to refineries, fuel tanks, distribution complexes or oil pipelines".
"Bandar Abbas oil facilities are currently operating without interruption," it added.
<h2>Blast felt 50 km away</h2>
Flames and thick black smoke engulfed parts of the port, with images showing debris-strewn streets, charred vehicles, and helicopters dropping water on the fire. The situation remains critical, with strong winds hampering firefighting efforts and concerns the fire could spread to other areas.
"The intensity of the fire in Shahid Rajaee Port has increased, and it is possible that the fire could spread to other areas and containers," reported state TV late Saturday.
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All schools and offices within a 23-kilometre (14-mile) radius, including in the city of Bandar Abbas, have been ordered to close on Sunday. "Hundreds have been transferred to nearby medical centres," and a blood donation appeal has been issued by the provincial blood transfusion centre.
Authorities confirmed the explosion caused severe damage across the port, with shockwaves felt up to 50 kilometres away.&nbsp;
<h2>President expresses sympathy for victims</h2>
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian offered condolences for the victims and announced that he has "issued an order to investigate the situation and the causes".

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A massive explosion rocked Iran's Shahid Rajaee Port near the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday (Apr 26), killing at least 25 people and injuring over 800, according to State TV. Shahid Rajaee Port is Iran's most advanced container terminal and a key gateway for goods into the country. On the Telegram app, Iran's Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni early on Sunday (Apr 27) said that there were "14 dead and 750 injured so far in the explosion". Also read | Massive explosion at port city of Bandar Abbas in Iran, four killed, over 500 injured - Video What happened? The blast, which triggered a major blaze, may have originated from a fire in the port's hazardous and chemical materials' storage depot, said the port's customs office in a statement carried on Iranian state TV. The New York Times, citing an anonymous source linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, reported that sodium perchlorate — a chemical used in missile solid fuel — exploded. Mehrdad Hassanzadeh, head of the province's crisis management authority, told state TV that "the cause of this incident was the explosion of several containers stored in the Shahid Rajaee Port wharf area". Also read | Pahalgam terror attack: Iran offers to mediate amid tensions between 'brotherly neighbours' India and Pakistan Meanwhile, the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company clarified that the blast "has no connection to refineries, fuel tanks, distribution complexes or oil pipelines". "Bandar Abbas oil facilities are currently operating without interruption," it added. Blast felt 50 km away Flames and thick black smoke engulfed parts of the port, with images showing debris-strewn streets, charred vehicles, and helicopters dropping water on the fire. The situation remains critical, with strong winds hampering firefighting efforts and concerns the fire could spread to other areas. "The intensity of the fire in Shahid Rajaee Port has increased, and it is possible that the fire could spread to other areas and containers," reported state TV late Saturday. Watch | Gas tank explodes at Southern Iranian port All schools and offices within a 23-kilometre (14-mile) radius, including in the city of Bandar Abbas, have been ordered to close on Sunday. "Hundreds have been transferred to nearby medical centres," and a blood donation appeal has been issued by the provincial blood transfusion centre. Authorities confirmed the explosion caused severe damage across the port, with shockwaves felt up to 50 kilometres away. President expresses sympathy for victims Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian offered condolences for the victims and announced that he has "issued an order to investigate the situation and the causes".

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Iran&rsquo;s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Saturday (April 26) that major differences still remain between Tehran and Washington, even after a third round of nuclear negotiations wrapped up in Oman.
"There are differences in both the major issues and in the details," Araghchi told a state TV reporter in Muscat. He added that "the negotiations this time were much more serious than before."
Araghchi said that the next round of talks will involve US envoy Steve Witkoff, saying, "Next round of talks to be held with US envoy Steve Witkoff."
He further added, "We have reached a point where we have to discuss detailed nuclear negotiations," and clarified that "Talks were only limited to nuclear issues, removal of sanctions."
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Despite the serious atmosphere, Araghchi remained cautious, "There are still differences on the general issues and the details," and "Our optimism is extremely cautious."
The six-hour-long meeting between Araghchi and Trump&rsquo;s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff was held through Omani mediators, a week after a second round of talks in Rome which both sides had earlier called constructive.
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<h2>More talks set for next week</h2>
Oman's Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi, acting as a mediator, confirmed that the talks would continue, with a fourth round scheduled for next week.
"US-Iran talks today identified a shared aspiration to reach an agreement based on mutual respect and enduring commitments. Core principles, objectives and technical concerns were all addressed. Talks will continue next week with a further high-level meeting provisionally scheduled for May 3rd," Albusaidi wrote on X.
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Trump, early into his second term, has made efforts to tackle some of the world&rsquo;s most pressing issues, including Iran&rsquo;s nuclear ambitions.
"Iran remains steadfast in its principled stance on the need to end unjust sanctions and is ready to build confidence about the peaceful nature of its nuclear programme," Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei told reporters in Oman.
In a separate interview published on Friday, Trump told Time magazine: "I think we're going to make a deal with Iran," although he warned that military action remained an option if diplomacy failed.

World: Araghchi said that the next round of talks will involve US envoy Steve Witkoff, saying, "Next round of talks to be held with US envoy Steve Witkoff."

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US State Secretary Marco Rubio warned that Iran is "dangerously" close to a weapon, urging European nations to make a prompt decision on reimposing sanctions.&nbsp;
Rubio was in Paris on Thursday, holding talks with European officials, including French President Emmanuel Macron.&nbsp;
&ldquo;For the Europeans, they have an important decision to make very soon on the snapback of sanctions because Iran is clearly out of compliance with the current deal,&rdquo; Rubio said.
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He also noted that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) was in Iran yesterday, issuing public statements saying "Iran is as close as it&rsquo;s ever been to nuclear weapons."
Rubio reiterated US President Donald Trump's statement, that Iran will not have a nuclear weapon. "This is not going to happen".&nbsp;
"We&rsquo;re hoping that talks continue and that they&rsquo;re fruitful and that they&rsquo;re &ndash; that they can lead to something," he said, adding, "It has to be something that actually not just prevents Iran from having a nuclear weapon now, but in the future as well, not just for 10 years with some sort of sunset provision or the like."
He then urged the EU to have "a decision to make on snapback."&nbsp;
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Rubio said that Britain, France, and Germany will soon receive a new IAEA report indicating that Iran is &ldquo;dangerously close to a weapon, closer than they&rsquo;ve ever been,&rdquo; necessitating a decision on sanctions.
He further warned that if Iran doesn't comply, the EU should reimpose the sanctions.&nbsp;
Earlier this week, IAEA Head Rafael Mariano Grossi, warned that Iran is not far off from making its own nuclear weapons.&nbsp;
Speaking to the French daily Le Monde ahead of his scheduled visit to Tehran in an exclusive interview, Grossi said, &ldquo;Iran does not currently have a nuclear weapon, but it is very close to reaching that point.&rdquo;
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The IAEA chief&rsquo;s remarks marked one of the strongest warnings yet about Iran&rsquo;s potential to become a nuclear-armed state.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Trump on Monday reiterated that Iran must abandon any drive for a nuclear weapon or face a possible military strike on Tehran's atomic facilities.&nbsp;
"I want them to be a rich great nation. The only thing is one thing, simple. It's really simple. They can't have a nuclear weapon. And they got to go fast, because they're fairly close to having one. And they're not going to have one. And if we have to do something very harsh, we'll do it. And I'm not doing it for us, I'm doing it for the world. And these are radicalised people, and they cannot have a nuclear weapon," Trump said.&nbsp;
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US State Secretary Rubio noted that the IAEA was in Iran yesterday, issuing public statements saying "Iran is as close as it’s ever been to nuclear weapons." WORLD

US State Secretary Marco Rubio warned that Iran is "dangerously" close to a weapon, urging European nations to make a prompt decision on reimposing sanctions. Rubio was in Paris on Thursday, holding talks with European officials, including French President Emmanuel Macron. “For the Europeans, they have an important decision to make very soon on the snapback of sanctions because Iran is clearly out of compliance with the current deal,” Rubio said. Also read: 'Move on...not our war': Will US exit efforts to end Russia-Ukraine war? What Marco Rubio said as Trump gets frustrated He also noted that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) was in Iran yesterday, issuing public statements saying "Iran is as close as it’s ever been to nuclear weapons." Rubio reiterated US President Donald Trump's statement, that Iran will not have a nuclear weapon. "This is not going to happen". "We’re hoping that talks continue and that they’re fruitful and that they’re – that they can lead to something," he said, adding, "It has to be something that actually not just prevents Iran from having a nuclear weapon now, but in the future as well, not just for 10 years with some sort of sunset provision or the like." He then urged the EU to have "a decision to make on snapback." WATCH | US-Iran talks: Trump urges diplomacy over Iran, says no rush for military action Rubio said that Britain, France, and Germany will soon receive a new IAEA report indicating that Iran is “dangerously close to a weapon, closer than they’ve ever been,” necessitating a decision on sanctions. He further warned that if Iran doesn't comply, the EU should reimpose the sanctions. Earlier this week, IAEA Head Rafael Mariano Grossi, warned that Iran is not far off from making its own nuclear weapons. Speaking to the French daily Le Monde ahead of his scheduled visit to Tehran in an exclusive interview, Grossi said, “Iran does not currently have a nuclear weapon, but it is very close to reaching that point.” Also read: ‘Iran not far from having a nuclear bomb,’ warns UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi The IAEA chief’s remarks marked one of the strongest warnings yet about Iran’s potential to become a nuclear-armed state. Meanwhile, Trump on Monday reiterated that Iran must abandon any drive for a nuclear weapon or face a possible military strike on Tehran's atomic facilities. "I want them to be a rich great nation. The only thing is one thing, simple. It's really simple. They can't have a nuclear weapon. And they got to go fast, because they're fairly close to having one. And they're not going to have one. And if we have to do something very harsh, we'll do it. And I'm not doing it for us, I'm doing it for the world. And these are radicalised people, and they cannot have a nuclear weapon," Trump said. Also read: US-Iran nuke talks: Iran ready to 'seal a deal' with US? | WION Live Discussion

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US military strikes destroyed a major fuel port in Yemen on Thursday, with an aim to "degrade" the port, which is notably an "economic source of power" for the Houthi rebels.&nbsp;
The US military announced that it conducted strikes on Yemen's Ras Isa Port, which was a key source of "illegal revenue" for the Iran-backed Houthi group.&nbsp;
The military further said that the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-houthi-conflict-at-least-38-killed-in-strikes-on-fuel-port-claim-houthi-media-8975463">Houthi </a>terror group had used the port to "sustain their military operations".&nbsp;
&ldquo;Despite the Foreign Terrorist Designation that went into effect on 05 April, ships have continued to supply fuel via the port of Ras Isa. Profits from these illegal sales are directly funding and sustaining Houthi terrorist efforts,&rdquo; CENTCON said in a statement.&nbsp;
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At least 38 people were killed during the attack, according to the Houthis. This comes as the US military stepped up its attacks on Houthis.&nbsp;
The US CENTCOM aimed to eliminate the source of fuel for Iran-backed Houthi and deprive them of illegal revenue that has funded their efforts to terrorise the entire region for over 10 years, the statement read.&nbsp;
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Destruction of Houthi Controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port The Houthis have continued to benefit economically and militarily from countries and companies that provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. The Iran-backed Houthis use fuel to sustain their&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/SRiELV4juk">pic.twitter.com/SRiELV4juk</a>
&mdash; U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) <a href="https://twitter.com/CENTCOM/status/1912937032059330962?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
&ldquo;The objective of these strikes was to degrade the economic source of power of the Houthis, who continue to exploit and bring great pain upon their fellow countrymen.&rdquo;
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However, this strike was not intended to harm the people of Yemen, "who rightly want to throw off the yoke of Houthi subjugation and live peacefully.&rdquo;&nbsp;
The US warned Houthis, their "masters" Iran, and others who abet their terrorist actions that the "world will not accept illicit smuggling of fuel and war material to a terrorist organization."
The Iran-backed Houthi rebels began attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden after the Israel-Hamas war started in October 2023.&nbsp;
Although, the US began attacks on Houthis under former President Joe Biden's administration, but, last month, the US increased its attacks on the Houthi targets in Yemen.&nbsp;
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The US military announced that it conducted strikes on Yemen's Ras Isa Port, which was a key source of "illegal revenue" for the Iran-backed Houthi group. WORLD

US military strikes destroyed a major fuel port in Yemen on Thursday, with an aim to "degrade" the port, which is notably an "economic source of power" for the Houthi rebels. The US military announced that it conducted strikes on Yemen's Ras Isa Port, which was a key source of "illegal revenue" for the Iran-backed Houthi group. The military further said that the Houthi terror group had used the port to "sustain their military operations". “Despite the Foreign Terrorist Designation that went into effect on 05 April, ships have continued to supply fuel via the port of Ras Isa. Profits from these illegal sales are directly funding and sustaining Houthi terrorist efforts,” CENTCON said in a statement. Also read: US destroys Houthi fuel port in Yemen, 20 reported dead At least 38 people were killed during the attack, according to the Houthis. This comes as the US military stepped up its attacks on Houthis. The US CENTCOM aimed to eliminate the source of fuel for Iran-backed Houthi and deprive them of illegal revenue that has funded their efforts to terrorise the entire region for over 10 years, the statement read. Destruction of Houthi Controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port The Houthis have continued to benefit economically and militarily from countries and companies that provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. The Iran-backed Houthis use fuel to sustain their… pic.twitter.com/SRiELV4juk — U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) April 17, 2025 “The objective of these strikes was to degrade the economic source of power of the Houthis, who continue to exploit and bring great pain upon their fellow countrymen.” Also read: US accuses Chinese satellite firm of supporting Houthi attacks on American warships, vessels However, this strike was not intended to harm the people of Yemen, "who rightly want to throw off the yoke of Houthi subjugation and live peacefully.” The US warned Houthis, their "masters" Iran, and others who abet their terrorist actions that the "world will not accept illicit smuggling of fuel and war material to a terrorist organization." The Iran-backed Houthi rebels began attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden after the Israel-Hamas war started in October 2023. Although, the US began attacks on Houthis under former President Joe Biden's administration, but, last month, the US increased its attacks on the Houthi targets in Yemen. WATCH | US-Houthi conflict: US destroys Yemen fuel port, blames Chinese firm for aiding Houthis

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