By New York Post (World News) | Created at 2024-12-24 22:05:07 | Updated at 2024-12-25 13:30:45
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ISTANBUL (AP) — An explosion at an ammunition factory in northwest Turkey left 11 dead and five injured Tuesday morning.
The blast occurred in Balikesir province, according to the state-run Anadolu Agency. The factory is in a rural area away from population centers.
The blast occurred in Balikesir province. IHA via AP
According to Ustaoglu, there was no possibility of sabotage. IHA via APBalikesir Governor Ismail Ustaoglu said the explosion collapsed the capsule production building and the surrounding buildings had minor damage. “The explosion was due to a technical issue. There is no possibility of sabotage,” he added.
Justice Minister Yilmaz Tunc wrote on social media platform X that public prosecutors have been assigned to investigate the cause.
