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An explosion at a workplace in the western city of İzmir's Torbalı district on Sunday killed at least five people and injured dozens, authorities confirmed.

Three individuals were pronounced dead at the scene, while two succumbed to injuries later at a hospital, İzmir Mayor Cemil Tugay said.

The main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) has finalized its nominations for mayoral candidates across İzmir province, including both the metropolitan municipality and its districts, in preparation for the upcoming elections.