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Live: Latest on supermarket fire in eastern Iraq

CGTN

 , Updated 16:55, 17-Jul-2025
Live: Latest on supermarket fire in eastern Iraq

A fire ripped through a shopping mall in the eastern Iraqi city of Kut, leaving dozens of people dead, including children, local officials said. Emergency protocols have been activated with all provincial hospitals placed on high alert while municipal water services deployed resources to assist firefighting operations. Authorities have launched legal proceedings against the building owner, supermarket management and all responsible parties. A preliminary investigation report into the deadly blaze is expected within 48 hours.

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Live: Latest on supermarket fire in eastern Iraq

CGTN

 , Updated 16:55, 17-Jul-2025

A fire ripped through a shopping mall in the eastern Iraqi city of Kut, leaving dozens of people dead, including children, local officials said. Emergency protocols have been activated with all provincial hospitals placed on high alert while municipal water services deployed resources to assist firefighting operations. Authorities have launched legal proceedings against the building owner, supermarket management and all responsible parties. A preliminary investigation report into the deadly blaze is expected within 48 hours.