Death toll in explosion at Bangladesh Mosque rises to 27

At least 27 Muslim worshippers were killed after blast sent flames raging through the mosque during Friday night prayers.

More than 37 injured were taken to hospital on Friday night. Most of the victims suffered from 60 to 70 percent burns, and the health condition of 25 others was also critical.

Bangladeshi officials suspected a gas leak when worshippers were about to leave the mosque after their night prayers at around 9 p.m. on Friday. (ILKHA)