Breaking News... Mall fire in Iraq: 50 people lost their lives

A fire that broke out at a shopping mall named "Hypermarket" in the city of Kut, in eastern Iraq, has led to a major tragedy. According to initial information, at least 50 people have lost their lives as a result of the fire.

While no official statement has been made yet regarding the cause of the fire, a large number of medical personnel and security teams have been dispatched to the scene. Efforts by the teams to intervene in the fire and search-and-rescue operations are ongoing.

MANY INJURED TAKEN TO HOSPITAL

Wasit Governorate Governor Mohammed Jamil al-Mayahi announced that many people were injured in the fire and that these individuals have been transported to nearby hospitals. Details regarding the condition of the injured have not yet been clarified.

3-DAY MOURNING PERIOD DECLARED

Governor al-Mayahi stated that they would initiate legal proceedings against the owner of the shopping mall and announced that the cause of the fire would be shared with the public within 48 hours. He also stated that a 3-day mourning period has been declared throughout the city.

News Source: 12punto