Death Toll Exceeds 100 in Wedding Hall Fire in Northern Iraq

A fire broke out during a wedding celebration in northern Iraq, killing over 100 people and injuring at least 150 others.
The fire was likely caused by indoor fireworks setting decorations alight in the crowded venue.
Iraqi officials have ordered investigations, declared mourning periods, and initiated immediate safety inspections of event spaces.
Critics blame negligence, lack of regulations, and highly flammable construction materials for the rapid spread of the deadly fire.
The prime minister visited victims' families as the death toll continues rising, with additional remains recovered and patients succumbing to injuries.