17 Killed in Turkey Steel Plant Blast

• An explosion at the Habas iron and steelworks in Aliaga, western Turkey, killed at least 17 people on Monday.
• President Recep Tayyip Erdogan initially announced 16 deaths, but the toll later increased to 17.
• Investigators are working to determine the cause of the deadly industrial accident.
• Witnesses described the blast as earthquake-like, with footage showing flames, thick smoke, and distressed relatives outside the factory.
• Rescuers are still searching for any missing workers.