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Ayatollah Sistani Offers Condolences Following Tragic Fire in Kut

Najaf – The office of Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Husseini Sistani has extended heartfelt condolences to the people of Kut following a devastating fire that broke out in a shopping mall in the eastern Iraqi city, claiming the lives of approximately 50 people and injuring many others.

Hawzah News Agency- In a statement issued on Thursday, July 17, 2025, Ayatollah Sistani expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy and offered prayers for the victims and their families.

“With the utmost regret and sorrow, we have received the news of the heartbreaking fire incident in your beloved city, which resulted in the deaths of dozens of visitors and injuries to many others,” the statement read.
“We offer our condolences and sympathies to you, especially to the dear survivors. We ask God Almighty for mercy on the martyrs, patience for their families, and a speedy recovery for the injured.”

The message concluded with prayers for peace and comfort for the affected families and reiterated the Ayatollah’s solidarity with the people of Kut.

Earlier, Wasit Governor Mohammad Jamil Al-Mayahi confirmed that around 50 people lost their lives in the tragic incident.

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