Historical Events tagged with "bomb blasts"

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Politics & Government

Twin Bomb Blasts Rock Ankara, Causing Mass Casualties

October 10th, 2015 9 years ago

Two bomb blasts occurred in Ankara, Turkey, during a peace rally organized by several groups including trade unions and political parties. The attacks targeted thousands of protesters advocating for peace and are believed to be linked to ongoing tensions in the region, particularly involving Kurdish activists. As a result, at least 109 individuals were killed, and over 500 were injured in one of the most devastating attacks in Turkish history.

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Crime & Law

Series of Bomb Blasts Rock Delhi's Markets

September 13th, 2008 16 years ago

A coordinated series of bomb blasts occurred in various bustling markets across Delhi, India, resulting in significant casualties. Initiated during the peak shopping hours in the crowded areas, the explosions led to a tragic toll of 30 individuals confirmed dead and over 130 injured. Emergency services rushed to the scenes to assist those wounded and to conduct further investigations into the attacks, which were attributed to a terrorist group seeking to create chaos in a heavily populated urban landscape.

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