Araqchi Expresses Sympathy for Victims of Shahid Rajaee Port Blast in Iran

Araqchi Expresses Sympathy for Victims of Shahid Rajaee Port Blast in Iran

On Saturday, a tragic incident occurred at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, where a massive explosion resulted in significant casualties. The Foreign Minister of Iran, Abbas Araqchi, expressed his heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families affected by this devastating blast.

Araqchi conveyed his deep sorrow over the loss of lives and injuries caused by the incident. He stated:

“I pray to God to grant patience and strength to the families of the victims of the tragic explosion and wish for the full recovery of the injured.”

In addition, he expressed gratitude towards:

  • Foreign governments
  • International organizations

These entities extended their condolences, sympathy, and solidarity with the people of Iran during this difficult time. Meanwhile, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (A.E.O.I.), Mohammad Eslami, also shared a separate message offering condolences to those impacted by the catastrophic event.

The explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port, located in Hormozgan Province, was triggered by a fuel tanker explosion, with the exact cause still under investigation. This devastating incident has resulted in:

  • 40 fatalities
  • More than 900 injuries

As the situation develops, the focus remains on providing support to the victims and their families while authorities continue to investigate the incident.

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