Turkish foreign minister to visit Qatar to discuss bilateral, regional issues – Middle East Monitor

A massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran on Saturday killed at least 25 people and injured around 800 others, with fires still burning the following day. The explosion, linked to a fire at a hazardous materials depot, was reportedly caused by sodium perchlorate, a missile fuel ingredient. Authorities have declared three days of mourning, closed schools in the area, and while the incident is currently treated as an accident, it coincides with...

A mass explosion at Shahid Rajaee port in Bandar Abbas, Iran, has severely impacted the Iranian regime, according to Beni Sabti from Israel's INSS. The port is crucial for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) for weapon transfers and illegal oil trade. While Sabti noted the explosion's significant damage and potential impact on critical infrastructure, he refrained from attributing it to sabotage, suggesting the Iranian regime is hesitant to blame Israel amidst ongoing negotiations with...

A massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Iran on Saturday resulted in at least 18 deaths and 800 injuries, with the blast likely caused by a fire at a hazardous materials storage area. The explosion, which was felt up to 50 kilometers away, involved sodium perchlorate, a missile fuel ingredient, and caused significant damage to port facilities. In response to the disaster, Iranian authorities, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, have initiated an investigation and mobilized...

A significant explosion occurred at the port of Shahid Rajaee in Hormozgan province, southern Iran, resulting in at least five fatalities and over 700 injuries, as reported by state media. An official indicated that the cause of the fire was likely the explosion of chemical containers. This incident has raised concerns regarding safety protocols in the area. Full Article

SummaryThe 51st session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) will take place in Istanbul on June 21-22, chaired by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. Prior to the meeting, a Senior Officials Meeting is scheduled for April 27-29 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Nuh Yilmaz will lead discussions on draft resolutions and OIC policies. This meeting marks Turkiye's second time hosting the CFM, having previously done...

Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas appointed Hussein al-Sheikh as the first vice president of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), potentially positioning him as a successor amid international calls for PLO reform. The new role, created during a convention in Ramallah, has received mixed reactions, with some factions opposing it, viewing it as a threat to PLO sovereignty. Analysts suggest this move may be a response to external pressures and an effort to strengthen Palestinian institutions in...