Iran declares National Mourning after deadly explosion in Bandar Abbas

A deadly explosion in Bandar Abbas has led Iran to declare national mourning, with over 40 dead and 1,240 injured.

Iranian media reported that President Masoud Pezeshkian declared Monday, April 28, a national day of mourning following a massive explosion and widespread fire in Bandar Abbas.

The incident, the full extent of which is yet to be determined, has resulted in at least 40 fatalities and 1,240 injuries.

Jolted by the severity of the event, Iranian Red Crescent...