In Izmir, a person set themselves on fire at the factory where the explosion occurred

A worker set himself on fire in front of the HABAŞ Demir Çelik steel plant in Aliağa, İzmir, following an explosion at the facility. The self-immolation occurred outside the factory gates after the blast, though the article does not specify the cause of the explosion or the condition of the individual. HABAŞ is one of Turkey's significant steel producers, making the Aliağa complex a key industrial site. The incident highlights ongoing concerns over industrial safety at Turkish heavy-manufacturing facilities. Watch for official statements on the cause of the explosion, casualty figures, and whether the plant's operations are disrupted.