ADEN, Yemen

An explosion at a gas station in Aden Governorate, southern Yemen, on Friday evening, resulted in multiple casualties, according to local sources.

The explosion occurred on Al-Taseen Street in the Mansoura district, following a fire at the gas station.

The blast was so powerful that it could be heard across various parts of the city.

The explosion took place in a densely populated area and on a busy street, leading to several fatalities and injuries.

The exact number of victims is still unknown, and the cause of the incident remains unclear at this time.

*Writing by Alperen Aktas