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Hundreds Killed as Powerful Earthquake Hits Iran Near Iraqi Border

HeadlineNov 13, 2017

More than 330 people have died in Iran after a powerful magnitude 7.3 earthquake hit the western province of Kermanshah near the Iraqi border. More than 4,000 people were injured. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue workers reach remote regions. At least six people died in Iraq, as well.

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