18 February 2007 Baghdad bombings
Three car bombs exploded in mainly Shia areas of Baghdad, killing at least 63 people and injuring more than 120 on 18 February 2007. It happened despite a huge military offensive was going on, led by US and Iraqi troops.
| 18 February 2007 Baghdad bombings | |
|---|---|
| Location | Baghdad, Iraq |
| Date | 18 February 2007 (UTC+3) |
Attack type | Car bombings |
| Deaths | 63 |
| Injured | 131 |
One of the killed, Ehab Karim, is a midfield footballer for Al Sinaa.[1][2]
References
- "Blast kills Iraqi player". The New York Times. 20 February 2007. Retrieved 1 August 2011.
- "Iraqi Player Dies of Blast Injuries". Member Association News. The Asian Football Confederation. Archived from the original on 3 February 2013. Retrieved 1 August 2011.
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