Massive Fire Engulfs Historic Bandar Abbas Market

Fire engulfs historic Bandar Abbas market. A major fire broke out in the old market of Bandar Abbas, a city in southern Iran, on June 7, 2025. Videos circulating on social media show significant flames and smoke. 'The fire started in the second floor of the market,' reported an Al Arabiya news anchor. 'Firefighters are currently trying to bring the blaze under control,' she added. Eyewitnesses reported hearing loud bangs before the fire started, raising speculation about the cause. The extent of the damage is still being assessed, but the incident has caused significant disruption to the city's historic center. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.