Shopping mall engulfed in flames in Iraq, 50 dead, many injured

A massive fire broke out in a hypermarket in the Iraqi city of Al-Qut on Thursday, killing at least 50 people. According to various media reports, the hypermarket was engulfed in flames moments after it opened in the morning. A viral video showed a large part of the building engulfed in flames. Smoke billowed in the air. The fire in the shopping center killed about 50 people, while many others were injured. Rescue operations are underway. The death toll is expected to rise. The cause of the fire is not yet known. The governor of the province, Mohammed al-Miyahi, has ordered immediate rescue operations. An investigation has been launched to find out the cause of the accident. The report will be submitted in the next 48 hours. He also said that a complaint has been filed against the building and the owner of the mall. He expressed his condolences to the victims.

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