A devastating tragedy has struck Iraq, shaking the world! At least 60 people have died in a fire that engulfed a five-story shopping mall in the city of Kut, eastern Iraq. Another 11 are reported missing, and the identities of 59 victims have been confirmed, while one body was so badly burned it could not be identified. Officials warn that many bodies may still be trapped under the rubble, meaning the death toll could rise.
The governor of Wasit province, where Kut is located, said the first results of the investigation into the fire’s cause will be known within 48 hours. While the cause remains unknown, charges have been filed against the mall’s owner, casting a shadow over responsibility and safety standards in such buildings.
Social media videos show firefighters battling the flames in dramatic scenes, while citizens wonder how such a disaster could happen in a modern shopping center. Is this just a tragic accident, or did someone seriously fail on safety measures?
This tragedy comes at a time when the world’s attention is focused on other crises, but such news reminds us how crucial it is to prioritize public safety. We cannot allow such disasters to happen again, and those responsible must be held accountable.
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