Historical Events tagged with "shia community"

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Crime & Law

Suicide Attack on Shia Mosque in Afghanistan

August 3rd, 2018 6 years ago

Two men in burkas launched a suicide attack on a Shia mosque in eastern Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of 29 individuals and injuring over 80. The assault occurred during a Friday prayer service, highlighting the sectarian violence that has plagued the region. Many victims were unarmed worshippers, indicating the attack's indiscriminate nature. The incident underscores the ongoing security challenges faced by the Shia community in Afghanistan amid rising extremist threats.

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