An explosion tore through an eight-story building in Iran's strategic port city of Bandar Abbas on Saturday, leaving at least one person dead and 14 injured, according to Iranian state media. Rescue teams remain on-site as authorities work to determine the cause of the blast that destroyed two floors and damaged multiple vehicles.
The incident occurred amid heightened regional tensions, though no group has claimed responsibility. Bandar Abbas, home to Iran's main naval base and a critical hub for Persian Gulf trade, has historically been sensitive to security disruptions. Local officials emphasized that investigations are ongoing and urged against speculation.
Firefighters and emergency responders continue operations at the damaged structure, while nearby residents have been temporarily relocated. The explosion marks the latest in a series of unexplained incidents affecting Iranian infrastructure in recent months, drawing attention from global security analysts.
