An explosion occurred in the Qamishlo city Tuesday afternoon.

According to reports from the ground, the explosion was caused by the detonation of a mine laid on a generator in the plastics storage yard located on the Iweca road in the city.

The explosion claimed the life of two civilians; 24 years old Raîd Nayîf and 29 years old Farûq Silêman.

Internal Security Forces have launched an investigation into the incident.