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Middle EastPublished: 13 July 2026 at 03:36

Explosions rock multiple Iranian port cities, state media reports

Iranian state media report explosions in the port cities of Bandar Abbas, Sirik and Jask, as well as Qeshm Island, amid an intensifying standoff in the Strait of Hormuz.

Foto: Al Jazeera

Iranian state media reported on Sunday, July 13, that explosions were heard in several port cities across the country. The affected areas include Bandar Abbas, Sirik, and Jask, as well as Qeshm Island. These developments come as tensions surge in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, where recent clashes have heightened fears of a broader conflict. The cause of the explosions and any potential casualties remain unclear as authorities continue to assess the situation. International monitors are closely watching the unfolding events.

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