In Iran, at least 17 people were killed and 20 declared missing as flash floods hit northwestern region. Quoting Director General of Crisis Management in East Azarbaijan province, Khalil Saei, State media said, Rescue teams have recovered 17 bodies after flash floods triggered by heavy rain in the cities of Ajabshir and Azarshahr. <br/><br/>It said, Red Crescent workers, air ambulances, police and army forces have been deployed to provide aid.