Massive dust storm in disputed territories

2022-05-16

Photos by KirkukNow reporters for the massive dust storm on May 16, 2022 in the provinces of Kirkuk and Diyala.

Massive dust storm in disputed territories — Diyala, May 16,2022: Heavy dust storm in Khanaqin district, northeast of Baghdad. Hawry Azad

Kirkuk local administration declared Monday, May 16, holiday at all state offices due to the heavy dust storm

The ministry of education halted final exams at primary and secondary storms.

138 cases were admitted to Kirkuk emergency hosptal for asthma caused by the dust storm.

One of the streets of Khanaqin deserted due to the heavy dust storm.

The heavy dust storm across Iraq covered the disputed territories as well.

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