2025 Kut shopping mall fire

On 16 July 2025, a fire broke out at a shopping centre in the city of Kut, located in Wasit Governorate, eastern Iraq. The incident occurred at the Hyper Mall, a five-story commercial building. At least 69 people were confirmed dead, while 11 others were reported missing. Hundreds of people sustained injuries of varying degrees. The fire started during business hours and spread rapidly through the building.