Baghdad: Three members of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) were killed and two others wounded in an accidental explosion while conducting a technical operation in the Jurf al-Nadaf area of Baghdad.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the PMF announced that the explosion was caused by explosive materials left behind by ISIS terrorist gangs. These materials had been stored inside one of the directorate's headquarters.

The PMF confirmed that the incident was under control, and the necessary measures had been taken. They emphasized their continued commitment to clearing areas of terrorist remnants to protect the lives of citizens.