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Blast In Iran: Death Toll Rises To 14, Over 700 Others Injured In Explosion At Key Port
The death toll in the explosion that occurred at the Shahid Rajaee port in Iran's Bandar Abbas rose to 14, with around 750 others injured, according to media reports. Following the blast, a huge plume of thick, grey smoke was seen rising from the Shahid Rajaee port complex. Authorities have warned that the death toll could rise further as rescue efforts continue. The Iranian government has said that the explosion was likely related to chemicals being stored.
The death toll in the explosion that occurred at the Shahid Rajaee port in Iran's Bandar Abbas rose to 14, with around 750 others injured, according to media reports. Following the blast, a huge plume of thick, grey smoke was seen rising from the Shahid Rajaee port complex. Authorities have warned that the death toll could rise further as rescue efforts continue. The Iranian government has said that the explosion was likely related to chemicals being stored.
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