| 2007 Al Hillah bombings | |
|---|---|
| Part of the: Iraqi civil war | |
| Location | Al Hillah, Iraq |
| Date | 6 March 2007 |
| Target | Shia pilgrims |
Attack type | suicide bombings |
| Deaths | 200 |
| Injured | at least 250 |
| Perpetrators | Unknown |
| Motive | Anti-Shi'ism |
The 2007 Al Hillah bombings killed 200 people, "mostly Shia Muslims on a pilgrimage," on 6 March 2007 in Al Hillah, Iraq.
Two suicide bombers wearing explosive vests joined the "huge crowds surging into the city for a traditional religious festival." The attack was just one of a few on a particularly bloody day for Iraq as almost 200 people were killed throughout the country.
See also※
References※
- ^ "25 Worst Acts of Terrorism Ever Committed". 17 February 2014.
- ^ "25 Worst Acts of Terrorism Ever Committed". 17 February 2014.
- ^ "Medics say toll from Hilla attacks is: 115". Reuters. 6 March 2007.
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