Media: Four explosions heard in Iraq’s Sulaymaniyah amid regional tensions

Four explosions were reported in the Iraqi city of Sulaymaniyah, Rudaw TV said, without providing further details.

The explosions came after Iran announced that it had launched “Operation Saeqeh” (Lightning) against U.S. military bases in the Middle East in response to actions by U.S. forces. Iran said bases in Bahrain and Kuwait were targeted.

Separately, Dana Gas has shut down its main production facilities at Iraq’s Khor Mor gas field, citing credible security threats and escalating regional hostilities.

A company representative said Dana Gas was monitoring the situation.

By Sabina Mammadli