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Dozens killed in Tehran mosque fire

At least 59 people died and more than 200 were injured today when a fire blazed through a central Tehran mosque during evening prayers, Iran’s official news agency reported.

Dozens killed in Tehran mosque fire

Mon, 14 Feb, 2005 - 22:36

At least 59 people died and more than 200 were injured today when a fire blazed through a central Tehran mosque during evening prayers, Iran’s official news agency reported.

The Arg Mosque was filled with hundreds of worshippers, more crowded than usual because this is the Islamic month of Muharram, a holy period for Shiite Muslims.

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