6.3 magnitude quake jolts Iran-Iraq border
An earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale jolted the Iran-Iraq border area on Sunday.
According to the United States Geological Survey, the quake struck 20 kilometres southwest of Sarpol-e Zahab city at around 4:37 pm (UTC). The temblor was situated at a depth of 10 kilometres.
The tremors of the quake were felt in Iraq and Kuwait. However, there are no reports of damage and casualties.
Further details are awaited.
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