Bomb in Iraqi pilgrims tent kills 3, wounds 16
26 December 2009 BAGHDAD - An Iraqi police official says a roadside bomb has killed three Shiite pilgrims in eastern Baghdad in the latest round of violence to strike worshippers during a revered Shiite observance.
The official says Saturdays bomb was planted near a tent that offered drinks and food to pilgrims. He says 16 people were injured. A medical official confirmed the casualty figures.
Posted by: Steve White 2009-12-27 |