Ankara: The explosion occurred at around 8:45 a.m. local time on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the compound of the state-owned Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corporation (MKEK) on the outskirts of Ankara.

The explosion caused a large fire and a series of secondary explosions, which damaged several buildings in the area. Five workers were killed in the explosion and several others were injured.

The cause of the explosion is still under investigation. The explosion has caused widespread damage in the area, and the Turkish government has declared a state of emergency in the region. The government has also launched an investigation into the cause of the explosion.

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The explosion is a major tragedy for Turkey, and it has raised concerns about the safety of the country's military industry. The MKEK is a major producer of weapons and ammunition for the Turkish military, and the explosion has raised questions about the safety of the company's facilities.

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The Turkish government has vowed to investigate the explosion thoroughly and to take steps to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. The government has also pledged to provide compensation to the families of the victims and to help those who were injured in the explosion.

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The explosion is a reminder of the dangers of working in the military industry, and it is a tragedy that five people lost their lives in this incident. The Turkish government must take steps to ensure that such an accident does not happen again