Afghanistan Extends Condolences Over Iran Deadly Explosion

2025-04-27 05:54:46

(MENAFN) Afghanistan’s interim government has extended its condolences and expressed solidarity with Iran following a deadly explosion at an Iranian port, the Afghan Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced in a statement on Sunday.

In a statement disseminated via social media by Deputy Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hafiz Zia Ahmad, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan conveyed its profound sorrow and extended condolences and sympathy to the people of Iran and the families of the victims.

The declaration highlighted that both the government and citizens of Afghanistan support the people and government of neighboring Iran during this sorrowful time.

A news agency reported that at least 14 people lost their lives and 750 others were injured in Saturday’s massive explosion at the Port of Shahid Rajaee in southern Hormozgan Province. Additionally, six individuals remain unaccounted for following the incident.

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