"The blast at Iran's largest shipping port resulted in 25 deaths and over 1,100 injuries, prompting a state emergency due to airborne toxic pollutants."
"Iran's health ministry declared a state of emergency and advised residents to stay indoors as the fire spread around the Shahid Rajaee port."
A massive explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port in Iran led to 25 confirmed deaths and over 1,100 injuries. The incident, attributed to the ignition of chemical containers, caused a widespread fire and subsequent emergency declaration by Iran's health ministry due to toxic pollutants in the air. The port plays a vital role in Iran's shipping, managing 85% of its container traffic. Officials are investigating the explosion's cause and emphasizing the need to enhance safety protocols to prevent future incidents.
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