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Earthquake Strikes 40 km Northeast of Mosul, Measuring 4.2 Degrees on Richter Scale.


Mosul: An earthquake measuring 4.2 degrees on the Richter scale was reported 40 km northeast of Mosul, as announced by the Meteorological Authority.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the earthquake occurred in the northeastern region of Mosul. The Richter scale, which measures the magnitude of earthquakes, consists of nine degrees, placing this event in the lower range of the scale. Authorities have not provided further details on any potential impacts or aftershocks in the region.