The presence of foreign naval forces in the Persian Gulf undermines regional security and hampers Iran's efforts to safeguard this strategically critical area, according to the commander of Iran's IRGC Navy.

A massive explosion and fire erupted at Shahid Rajaee Port in Iran’s southern city of Bandar Abbas on Saturday which lead to death of more than 70 people and one thousand injuries.

Putin has ordered several emergency aircraft to be sent to Iran to help contain a fire that broke out following a massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas.

The Iranian president arrives in Bandar Abbas to review the latest situation regarding the huge explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port.

Resistance movements Hezbollah, Hamas, and Islamic Jihad express their solidarity with the people of Iran over the massive explosion in Bandar Abbas.

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Fire is still raging at Iran’s largest container port as authorities declare holiday to end the crisis.