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Jordan: Man sets himself on fire

Investigations into the incident are currently underway

Last updated: January 04, 2021 | 15:14

Tawfiq Naserallah, Freelancer

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A man of Arab nationality has set himself on fire near the Fourth Circle in Amman, Jordan.

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Dubai: A man of Arab nationality has set himself on fire near the Fourth Circle in Amman, Jordan, announced the media spokesperson for the Public Security Directorate (PSD).

The PSD said that the man was hospitalized immediately, adding that his condition is moderate.

It is not yet clear why the man did so but investigations into the incident are currently underway.

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