Historical Events tagged with "bombing"
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Ghriba Synagogue Bombing Kills 21 in Tunisia
A bombing at the Ghriba synagogue in Tunisia resulted in the death of 21 people, predominantly foreign tourists, during a significant Jewish pilgrimage. The attack was orchestrated by members of al-Qaeda, targeting a symbolic site of Jewish heritage in the primarily Muslim nation. It heightened fears of terrorism within Tunisia and across the region around the time of escalating global jihadist movements.
Continue ReadingIndictment of Saudis in Khobar Towers Bombing
A federal grand jury indicted 13 Saudi nationals and one Lebanese in connection with the 1996 bombing of the Khobar Towers, a U.S. military complex in Saudi Arabia. The attack resulted in the deaths of 19 American servicemen and injured hundreds more. The indictments were part of a lengthy investigation into the bombing, one of the deadliest attacks on U.S. forces overseas at the time. The grand jury focused on evidence linking the suspects to terrorist groups and foreign intelligence operations.
Continue ReadingShijiazhuang Bomb Blasts Claim 108 Lives
A series of bomb blasts rocked the city of Shijiazhuang in China, killing 108 people and injuring 38 others. This incident marked one of the deadliest acts of violence in China in decades. Police investigations revealed that the explosions were coordinated and targeted crowded areas, aimed at maximizing casualties. The tragedy sparked widespread shock and prompted a national conversation about security and public safety in urban centers.
Continue ReadingLibyan Abdelbaset al-Megrahi Convicted
Scottish judges in the Netherlands found Abdelbaset al-Megrahi guilty of orchestrating the 1988 Lockerbie bombing. The attack resulted in the deaths of 270 passengers and crew aboard Pan Am Flight 103, which was blown up over Lockerbie, Scotland, while flying from London to New York. The verdict was reached after a lengthy trial held in a specially constructed court in the Netherlands. Another Libyan citizen, Lamen Khalifa Fhimah, was acquitted of all charges.
Continue ReadingFirst Moscow Bombing Kills and Wounds Many
On August 31, 1999, a devastating explosion occurred in Moscow, claiming one life and injuring 40 others. The blast took place in a residential area of the city, targeting a high-rise apartment building. Initial investigations pointed to a possible terrorist act, raising concerns about safety and security in the capital. This incident marked the beginning of a series of bombings that would instill fear across Moscow and highlight emerging threats from organized militant groups within Russia.
Continue ReadingNATO Bombing of Chinese Embassy in Belgrade
On May 7, a NATO aircraft mistakenly bombed the Chinese embassy in Belgrade, resulting in the deaths of three Chinese citizens and injuries to over 20 others. The incident occurred during the Kosovo War, amidst NATO's military campaign against Yugoslavia, aimed at stopping ethnic cleansing in the region. The bombing sparked widespread outrage in China and led to strong diplomatic protests against NATO and the United States, highlighting tensions in international relations.
Continue ReadingNATO Bombs Convoy of Ethnic Albanian Refugees
A NATO airstrike mistakenly targeted a convoy of ethnic Albanian refugees in Kosovo, reportedly killing 75 individuals. The attack occurred in the midst of the Kosovo War and raised questions regarding the accuracy of NATO's military operations in the region, highlighting the dire humanitarian situation caused by the conflict. Yugoslav officials condemned the bombing as a violation of international law.
Continue ReadingF-15E Strike Eagle Strikes Passenger Train in Yugoslavia
An American McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle fired upon a passenger train in Yugoslavia during the NATO bombing campaign. The incident occurred amidst the Serbian conflict, with estimates of civilian casualties ranging from 20 to 60 individuals. The military action was part of a broader NATO operation aimed at preventing humanitarian crises in the region, as the conflict had escalated due to ethnic tensions and military aggression by Serbian forces.
Continue ReadingLibyans Extradited for Pan Am 103 Trial
Two Libyan suspects in the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 bombing were handed over for trial in the Netherlands. This significant transfer came after years of diplomatic negotiations aimed at securing justice for the victims of the bombing over Lockerbie, Scotland, which killed 270 people. The suspects, Abdelbaset al-Megrahi and Lamin Khalifah Fhimah, faced serious charges related to the attack that devastated families and caused international outrage.
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