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Here is a rundown of all the news that you need to start your Sunday with, including the killing of 14 people in a massive explosion in Iran, funeral of Pope Francis in Vatican and a meeting between US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Vatican.

TOP STORIES

• Massive explosion rocks port in southern Iran, kills at least 14

A massive explosion was reported at the Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran.

The death toll from a devastating explosion that rocked the sprawling Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran on Saturday has risen to 14, according to officials, with at least 750 others injured.

Interior Minister Eskander Momeni said the port and customs operational systems have not suffered any serious damage, so an order has been issued to resume loading, cargo clearance, and customs activities at the port.

• Funeral of Pope Francis held in Vatican

The funeral of Pope Francis, attended by over 250,000 people who were joined by world leaders and royals, was held in Vatican.

The solemn funeral and moving celebration was presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, who was joined by some 250 cardinals, patriarchs, archbishops, bishops, priests, and consecrated religious people.

According to the Italian and Vatican sources, 160 delegations representing states, royal families, and international organizations, attended the funeral.

Following the funeral at the Saint Peter's Square in Vatican, Francis’ coffin was carried in procession to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica in Rome, where he will be buried.

• Trump, Zelenskyy meet at funeral of Pope Francis in Vatican

US President Donald Trump met with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the funeral of Pope Francis in Vatican City.

The two leaders greeted each other at the St. Peter's Cathedral in Vatican, spoke for several minutes, and then went out to the cathedral's square. Zelenskyy dubbed the meeting "good"

He added that they discussed a "reliable and lasting peace that will prevent another war from breaking out."

NEWS IN BRIEF

• The third round of nuclear negotiations between Iran and the US in the Omani capital Muscat concluded, with US saying talks was "positive and productive."
• Trump said that American vessels should travel through the Panama and Suez canals without paying fees, claiming that these strategic passages owe their existence to the US.
• Russian authorities detained a suspect in connection with a car bombing that killed a high-ranking military officer near Moscow, the Investigative Committee announced.
• The Kremlin announced that Russian forces have completely ousted Ukrainian troops from Russia’s Kursk region.
• The Palestinian group Hamas announced a leadership delegation from the group has begun meetings with Egyptian officials in Cairo to discuss its vision for ending the Gaza war and a potential prisoner exchange with Israel.
• Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Islamabad is open to a “neutral” investigation on Tuesday's attack by unidentified gunmen in the Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 26 people.
• Indian police said they detained 175 individuals across the Anantnag district in Indian-administered Kashmir.
• Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar discussed the latest situation between Pakistan and India.

BUSINNESS & ECONOMY

• Estonia to boost defense spending to 5.4% of GDP amid rising security concerns

Estonia will significantly increase its defense spending to 5.4% of GDP over the next four years, as the Baltic nation moves to bolster its military capabilities amid heightened security threats from Russia, local media reported.

Andrus Merilo, commander of the Estonian Defense Forces (EDF), said the expanded budget will fund a range of additional military capabilities, including the procurement of more ammunition and advanced weaponry.

Merilo emphasized that the buildup is a response to the deteriorating security environment fueled by Russian aggression.

SPORTS

• Barcelona edge Real Madrid 3-2 in extra time to claim record 32nd Copa del Rey

Barcelona captured their record-extending 32nd Copa del Rey title on Saturday night after a thrilling 3-2 extra-time win over archrivals Real Madrid.

Barcelona’s defender Jules Kounde netted the decisive goal in the 116th minute, slotting past the Madrid keeper.

King Felipe VI handed Barcelona the trophy, as they solidified their status as the most successful club in Copa del Rey history.