Overview

• The explosion at Shahid Radschai port near Bandar Abbas on April 26 has claimed 46 lives and injured over 1,000 people, with roughly 200 still hospitalized.
• Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni attributed the disaster to negligence and security failures, stating that suspects have been identified and summoned.
• Firefighting and rescue operations continue two days after the blast, with six people still reported missing and significant damage to port infrastructure.
• Authorities, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, have ordered comprehensive investigations, while officials dismiss sabotage and military cargo claims.
• The port, a critical hub for 85% of Iran’s container trade, lies on the vital Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over economic and geopolitical impacts.