Shahid Rajaee Port, located near Bandar Abbas city in Iran, became the site of a massive explosion on April 26, 2025.
The devastating blast injured over 500 people and caused significant structural damage. Emergency teams are working tirelessly to extinguish a major fire that broke out in the aftermath and to rescue those feared trapped under the rubble.
The explosion, which originated from an administrative building in the port complex, suspended all port operations. Four rapid response teams and local hospitals have been mobilised to provide critical care and assist in controlling the situation. However, the exact cause of the explosion remains undetermined.
This incident highlights the vulnerabilities of strategic infrastructure hubs and poses serious questions about safety measures in high-risk zones.
