Shahid Rajaee Port in Iran:
A massive explosion struck Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port in the city of Bandar Abbas, causing a major fire that has resulted in numerous deaths and injuries. The blast was likely caused by sodium perchlorate, a chemical used to propel ballistic missiles
Shahid Rajaee Port is Iran’s largest and most advanced commercial port. It is situated near the crucial Strait of Hormuz, through which about 26% of the world’s oil passes. It handles 85% of Iran’s container cargo, 52% of its oil trade, and over half of its maritime cargo. It is positioned on the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), which connects the Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf to the Caspian Sea, Russia, and Northern Europe.
