Iran port explosion leaves 18 dead, over 800 hurt; Chemical cargo suspected

An explosion at Iran’s Shahid Rajaei port killed at least 18 and injured over 800 people on Saturday. State media reported the blast was linked to hazardous chemicals stored at the site, including missile fuel materials. The incident happened as Iran and the United States held fresh nuclear talks. Authorities have launched an investigation. No official link to sabotage has been confirmed, though past incidents at the port have raised security concerns.