Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Nine killed by bombing during prayers
Security
(Gulf News) - At least nine people have been killed after a suicide bomber set off explosives during evening prayers in the city of Fallujah. More than 10 people were injured by the attack on Monday evening. It has been reported that the imam of the mosque had publicly spoken out against Al Qaeda. Three people were also killed during clashes between the police and Shia’s at a festival in Karbala. Fighting broke out in the holy city after pilgrims grew angry at the strict security being imposed.
Labels: Al Qaeda, Fallujah, Imam, suicide bomber