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54 injured and 18 missing as explosion rips through Qatar’s key gas export terminal

The Independent

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June 22, 2026

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54 injured and 18 missing as explosion rips through Qatar’s key gas export terminal

The blast at the Ras Laffan industrial area could cause further chaos in global energy markets, particularly as Qatar remains one of the world's top natural gas producers

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Sweden Herald

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· Jun 21, 2026

Several injured in factory explosion in Qatar

Several injured in factory explosion in Qatar

NDTV

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· Jun 22, 2026

54 Injured, 18 Missing As Explosion Rocks Qatar's Natural Gas Hub

54 Injured, 18 Missing As Explosion Rocks Qatar's Natural Gas Hub

Arab Times Online

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· Jun 22, 2026

Explosion at Qatar Gas Plant Leaves 54 Injured, 18 Missing

DOHA, Jun 22: At least 54 people were injured and 18 others remained missing after an explosion at Qatar’s main liquefied natural gas processing hub in Ras Laffan, authorities said...

Pajhwok Afghan News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Explosion at Qatar LNG facility leaves 54 injured, 18 missing

KABUL (Pajhwok): At least 54 people were injured and 18 others remain missing following an explosion at Qatar’s main liquefied natural gas processing facility, officials

Al-Monitor

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· Jun 22, 2026

Fifty-four injured and 18 missing after explosion at Qatar LNG site, authorities say

June 21 (Reuters) - Fifty-four people have been injured while 18 are missing after an explosion at Qatar's core liquefied natural gas processing site of Ras Laffan on Sunday, authorities said.An incident during the start-up of operations at Ras Laffan Industrial City resulted in an explosion and fire at the Barzan local gas supply facility on Sunday evening, QatarEnergy said in a statement. Emergency response teams were deployed to contain the fire, which was now under control, it said.

Sky News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Explosion leaves 18 missing and dozens injured at key gas facility in Qatar

Explosion leaves 18 missing and dozens injured at key gas facility in Qatar

Mehr News Agency

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· Jun 22, 2026

At least 54 injured, 18 missing in a factory's blast in Qatar

TEHRAN, Jun. 22 (MNA) – At least 54 people have been wounded, and 18 others are missing after an explosion at the Barzan gas processing facility in Qatar, the Ministry of Interior says.

Al Bawaba

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· Jun 22, 2026

Qatar's key natural gas export terminal explosion injures 54, 18 missing

ALBAWABA - An explosion rocked a key natural gas export terminal in Qatar on Sunday night, leaving at least 54 injured and 18 others missing, the Associated Press reported Monday...

Yemen Press Agency

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· Jun 22, 2026

Qatar: 18 missing and 54 injured in Ras Laffan industrial explosion

DOHA, June 22 (YPA) – The Qatari Ministry of Interior announced on Monday that 18 people are missing and 54 others were injured following an explosion at a factory in the Ras Laffan Industrial City. In a post on the platform “X,” the ministry said that the total number of injured in the incident reached []

Vision Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

Qatar Ras Laffan LNG Hub Explosion Kills 13, Injures 66

According to Reuters, an explosion occured on the evening of June 21 at the Barzan gas facility in Qatar’s Ras Laffan industrial zone, a major hub for natural gas operations. Qatari authorities reported 13 fatalities and 66 injuries. Qatar’s Minister of State for Energy Affairs and QatarEnergy CEO Saad al-Kaabi described the cause as a []

TASS

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· Jun 22, 2026

13 dead, 66 injured: consequences of explosion at plant in Qatar

According to the ministry, no leaks of hazardous substances occurred

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jun 22, 2026

Qatar factory explosion injures 54: Interior Ministry

Qatar factory explosion injures 54: Interior Ministry

Sputnik

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· Jun 22, 2026

Several People Injured in Explosion at Qatar Factory – Interior Ministry

Several people were injured in an explosion at a factory in the Ras Laffan industrial zone in Qatar, the country's Ministry of Interior said.

Reuters

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· Jun 22, 2026

Explosion at Qatar gas facility kills at least 13, injures dozens

Thirteen people were killed and dozens injured in an explosion at a gas processing facility inside Qatar's massive Ras Laffan ‌industrial complex, Qatar's energy minister said. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #world #MiddleEast #Qatar #gas #explosion Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4w2ZVhm 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Sarajevo Times

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· Jun 26, 2026

Three People injured in a Gas Explosion and Fire in Nova Zeljezara Zenica

Three people were injured, one of them seriously, in the explosion at the Energetika Nova Željezara Zenica plant, which happened on Thursday around 4:25 p.m., Lejla Ekinović, spokeswoman for the Police Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Zenica-Doboj Canton, confirmed to Fena news agency Minor injuries were sustained by M.M. from Prijedor [] The post Three People injured in a Gas Explosion and Fire in Nova Zeljezara Zenica appeared first on Sarajevo Times.

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 22, 2026

Explosion at Qatari natural gas plant kills 13: Energy minister

An explosion and fire at a Qatari natural gas site left 13 people dead and 66 injured on Sunday, according to the country’s energy minister. Saad Sherida al Kaabi, Qatar’s energy minister and the CEO of QatarEnergy, confirmed on Monday morning that the operations incident was an accident. The incident occurred when workers were restarting []

Off The Press

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· Jun 22, 2026

Explosion at Qatar gas export terminal damaged in war leaves at least 54 injured

An explosion tore through Qatar’s key natural gas export terminal Sunday night as workers tried to resume operations there after Iran bombed it during the war, causing a fire that hurt at least 54 people as another 18 were still missing hours later. The blast at the Ras Laffan industrial area could cause further chaos []...Click to read more

Latestly.com

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· Jun 22, 2026

Qatar Fire: 54 Injured, 18 Missing After Massive Explosion at Ras Laffan Gas Hub (Watch Videos)

At least 54 people were injured and 18 others remain missing after a massive explosion and fire at Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, one of the world's largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) hubs, authorities said.

Irish News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Three escape injury following petrol bomb attack in Co Down

Damage was caused to the house in Downpatrick on Monday morning

DawnNews English

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· Jun 23, 2026

Pakistani, Indian Nationals Among 13 Dead After 'Technical Malfunction' at Qatar LNG Plant | Dawn

At least 13 people, including Pakistani and Indian nationals, were killed following a reported technical malfunction at a liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility in Qatar. Authorities are investigating the incident as questions emerge about industrial safety and operational procedures at one of the world's leading energy-producing nations. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #qatar #lng #IndustrialAccident #WorkerSafety #EnergyIndustry #Pakistan #India #DawnNewsEnglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Emirates 24/7

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· Jun 23, 2026

12 of the 13 people killed in Qatar's Ras Laffan blast are Indians: Embassy

12 of the 13 people killed in the Ras Laffan incident Sunday night are Indian nationals, the Indian Embassy Qatar has confirmed.Our Embassy is working in close contact with the Qatari authorities to extend all possible help to the Indian nationals and their families affected by this incident, including ensuring that mortal remains of the deceased are sent to India at the earliest, the Indian Embassy stated.Thirteen people were killed and 66 injured in the explosion at a gas processing facility inside Qatar's massive Ras Laffan industrial complex, Qatar's energy minister Saad al-Kaabi said. It is one of the deadliest gas industry accidents in more than two decades. Authorities said a technical accident occurred at the Barzan local gas processing facility on Sunday evening. Plant production had been completely stopped since December 2025 due to urgent maintenance ‌requirements, and it was first restarted only two days ago, Kaabi told reporters.None of the 66 ‌people reported injured and receiving medical treatment were in a life-threatening condition, Kaabi said.

BNO News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Injuries reported after explosion at gas facility in Qatar

An explosion and fire broke out at a gas facility in Qatar after a technical malfunction during operations, according to officials. Injuries have been reported. The incident happened Sunday evening at the Barzan local gas supply facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City, a major energy and industrial hub north of Doha, according to QatarEnergy and [] The post Injuries reported after explosion at gas facility in Qatar appeared first on BNO News.

South China Morning Post

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· Jun 30, 2026

Iraq’s 14 million barrels of trapped oil travels through Strait of Hormuz

Iraqi oil stranded by the Middle East conflict has escaped the Persian Gulf over the past ten days as transit via the Strait of Hormuz eased during an uneasy US-Iran ceasefire. Vessels carrying about 14 million barrels of Iraqi oil exited the Gulf in the latter part of June and are now carrying crude to buyers in Asia, Europe and the US, according to tanker tracking data compiled by Bloomberg. That is the equivalent of about 1.4 million barrels a day over the 10-day period. All cargoes loaded...

BRICS News

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· Jul 6, 2026

[Photo] JUST IN: 🇯🇵 Ten Japan-linked oil tankers leave the Strait of Hormuz after months of be [...]

JUST IN: Ten Japan-linked oil tankers leave the Strait of Hormuz after months of being stuck in the Gulf.@BRICSNews

India TV News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Massive explosion rocks Qatar gas plant; 54 injured, 18 missing

A major explosion followed by a fire struck the Barzan gas plant in Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City on Sunday evening, triggering a large-scale emergency response at one of the country's most important energy facilities. According to initial reports, at least 54 people were injured in the incident, while 18 others were reported missing. QatarEnergy confirmed that the explosion occurred during the start of operations at the facility. Emergency response teams were immediately deployed to the site and managed to bring the fire under control.

Daily Finland

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· Jun 21, 2026

7 dead, 60 hospitalized after ammonia gas leak at seafood unit in India

At least seven people were killed and 67 others hospitalized Sunday following an ammonia gas leak at a seafood unit in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, reported Xinhua, quoting officials. According to officials, the ammonia leak originated from the seafood processing unit and spread across the premises. Workers present at the facility complained of breathing difficulties, while some suffered bleeding from the mouth and nose. Although the affected workers were rushed to nearby private hospitals for treatment, seven of them, all women, succumbed. Personnel from the police, disaster management, fire and emergency services, and health were immediately rushed to the spot to carry out rescue operations. A 30-member team equipped with gas detection devices and other specialized rescue gear has been pressed into service to fix the leak.

Anadolu Agency

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· Jun 27, 2026

Syria sends 1st international search-and-rescue team to earthquake-hit Venezuela

Mission carried out with Qatari team includes 15 specialists equipped for disaster response operations

Egypt Independent

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· Jun 22, 2026

Up to 54 people injured at Ras Laffan explosion in Qatar

Qatar’s Ministry of Interior confirmed on Sunday evening that an explosion occurred at a factory in the Ras Laffan Industrial Area, resulting in injuries to 54 people. No leaks posed a threat to public safety, and authorities are continuing to address the incident. In a statement posted on the X platform, the ministry said the The post Up to 54 people injured at Ras Laffan explosion in Qatar appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Tribune

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· Jul 12, 2026

10 Indians rescued, one missing after attack on vessel off Oman

An Indian national is missing at sea while 10 others have been rescued from a merchant vessel — GFS galaxy — that was hit by Iran while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Immediately after the attack on the commercial vessel, tensions escalated as the US and Iran launched missile strikes on each other’s military facilities []

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jun 22, 2026

Casualties confirmed after Russian drone hits Turkish dry cargo vessel, Ukrainian Navy says

There were casualties among the nine crew members who are nationals of Egypt, Turkey and India, it said, adding that everyone was rescued.

BOL News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Qatar LNG plant blast leaves multiple dead and injured

Qatar’s Energy Ministry confirmed 13 deaths and 66 injuries. The post Qatar LNG plant blast leaves multiple dead and injured appeared first on BOL News.

Middle East Eye

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· Jun 25, 2026

Shipping giant says stranded vessels have left Gulf after Hormuz closure

Shipping giant says stranded vessels have left Gulf after Hormuz closure Shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd says all of its vessels that were stranded in the Gulf after the temporary closure of the Strait of Hormuz have now left the region. A company spokesperson said the decision followed a security assessment and consultations with the relevant authorities. All Hapag-Lloyd vessels that were affected by the temporary closure of the Strait of Hormuz and had been waiting in the Persian Gulf to leave have now safely left the Gulf region, the spokesperson said. The company said it would not provide further details for security reasons.

Kuwait Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

Qatar gas plant blast kills 13

DOHA: Thirteen people were killed and dozens injured in an explosion at a gas processing facility inside Qatar’s massive Ras Laffan industrial complex, Qatar’s energy minister said...

Foreign Policy Journal

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· Jul 2, 2026

Monaco Explosion Targets Ukrainian Billionaire Vadym Yermolaiev As Investigators Probe SBU Link

On the evening of June 29, a powerful explosion tore through a residential building in Monaco, injuring Ukrainian businessman Vadym Yermolaiev and two other people. Investigators believe an unidentified man left a backpack packed with explosives and metal shrapnel in the building’s lobby before the blast occurred, as reported by Bloomberg. The explosion injured three [] The post Monaco Explosion Targets Ukrainian Billionaire Vadym Yermolaiev As Investigators Probe SBU Link appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jun 22, 2026

13 killed, 66 injured in Qatar’s Ras Laffan industrial explosion

Doha, June 22 (SANA) Qatar announced Monday that 13 people were killed and 66 others injured in an explosion that struck the Ras Laffan industrial area, the energy minister said. Minister of State for Energy Affairs Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi told a press conference that the dead included Pakistani and Indian workers, while the injured were []

Doha News

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· Jun 22, 2026

QatarEnergy confirms 13 dead in Ras Laffan explosion, vows exports unaffected

QatarEnergy President and CEO Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi confirmed the blast was an accident, with a full investigation now underway and export operations unaffected. Thirteen people have been killed and 66 (The post QatarEnergy confirms 13 dead in Ras Laffan explosion, vows exports unaffected is from Doha News | Qatar.)

TRT World

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· Jun 23, 2026

At least 13 people killed in explosion at Qatar’s Ras Laffan gas hub

A large explosion rocked Qatar’s Ras Laffan Industrial City on June 21, at a gas supply facility during the start-up of operations. Qatar's Energy Minister said the explosion killed at least 13 people who "hold Indian and Pakistani nationalities", and injured 66 others, but emphasised that the blast was "an accident and not sabotage or hostile in nature". Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook X (Twitter): http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@trtworld WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: https://t.me/trtworld Visit our website: http://trt.world

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jun 23, 2026

12 Indians among 13 killed in explosion at Ras Laffan factory in Qatar

Citing Qatari authorities, the Indian mission said that all injured are in stable condition and are receiving appropriate medical treatment

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