A catastrophic explosion at Iran's main port resulted in at least 40 deaths and over 1,000 injuries; causing widespread devastation.
The incident, possibly linked to mishandled missile fuel, sparked intense fires and released harmful chemicals into the air.
Authorities face growing criticism for apparent safety failures and are under pressure to address public outrage.
Investigations are underway, with international condolences pouring in amid the national mourning and economic concerns.
