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Fire Breaks Out at Iran's Poldokhtar Refinery, Authorities Work to Control It

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 2 hours ago

What happened

A fire erupted at the Poldokhtar refinery in Iran, likely originating in the waste storage area, with efforts underway to control it and an investigation launched.

  • 01Fire broke out at the Poldokhtar refinery in Iran.
  • 02The fire likely started in the waste storage area.
  • 03Efforts to control the blaze are ongoing.
  • 04Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

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OrganizationsMehr News Agency

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

YnetCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Fire Breaks Out at Iran's Poldokhtar Refinery, Authorities Work to Control It
Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Explosion and Large Fire Reported at Oil Refinery in Western Iran

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