Massive explosions reported at an oil refinery in Erbil

Published April 22nd, 2026 - 10:24 GMT
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Blast reported at an oil refinery in Erbil. (X)

ALBAWABA - A massive blast was reported at an oil refinery in Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan, on Wednesday.

A video was posted on X showing flames and black smoke rising into the sky from an oil refinery.

It is unknown what caused the explosion, as no official statement has been made yet, nor is there any information about the extent of any damage or possible casualties.

Another clip was shared on social media showing first responders and firefighters trying to combat the fire at the oil refinery in Kurdistan.