Historical Events tagged with "fadlallah"

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Politics & Government

Failed Assassination Attempt on Cleric Fadlallah

March 8th, 1985 40 years ago

An assassination attempt targeting Sayyed Mohammad Hussein Fadlallah in Beirut led to an explosion that resulted in the deaths of 80 individuals and left around 200 others injured. The attack took place outside a mosque during a period of intense sectarian conflict in Lebanon, raising tensions and fears of escalating violence. Fadlallah, a prominent Shiite cleric, was known for his influence within the community, and the attack was believed to be politically motivated.

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