Historical Events tagged with "maelbeek"
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Crime & Law
Brussels Bombings Kill and Injure Many
March 22nd, 2016 8 years ago
Three suicide bombers executed coordinated attacks in Brussels, Belgium, striking the Zaventem Airport and the Maelbeek metro station. The attacks resulted in 32 deaths and over 300 injuries. The bombings were perpetrated by ISIS terrorists and marked a major act of violence in Europe, intensifying fears of terrorism and insecurity in public spaces. The assaults were aimed at civilians during busy hours, causing chaos and devastation in the city known for its European Union headquarters.
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