Iraq: Twin suicide bombings rock central Baghdad, at least 28 dead
The bombing attack hit the Bab al-Sharqi commercial area in central Baghdad amid heightened political tensions over planned early elections and a severe economic crisis.
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People and security forces gather at the site of a deadly bomb attack in Baghdad, Iraq. (Photo | AP)
By PTI
BAGHDAD: Twin suicide bombings ripped through a busy market in the Iraqi capital Thursday, killing at least 28 people and wounding 73 others, officials said.
The rare suicide bombing attack hit the Bab al-Sharqi commercial area in central Baghdad amid heightened political tensions over planned early elections and a severe economic crisis.