At least 63 killed by Iraqi suicide bombs

Sunday, February 18, 2007

Car and suicide bombs killed at least 63 people within a single hour near markets in an area called "New Baghdad" and in Sadr City, Iraq.

A United States vehicle in an Iraqi marketplace.

The two car bombs were detonated near marketplaces and bus stops in al-Jadida at 3:00 PM local time. Another was detonated near a security checkpoint. At least 134 people were wounded in the attack.

A news release from the United States Army forces in Iraq said that troops helped 327 families displaced by the bombings to safe locations. During a search of a building, troops found three pistols, two AK-47s, eight women, and at least 23 children.

Major General Joseph F. Fil said that he believes that the insurgents are "...watching us carefully," to determine their next move.

Sources

CNN. "More than 60 killed in three car bombings in Baghdad" — CNN, February 18, 2007
Brian Murphy - Associated Press. "Deadly Baghdad blasts send grim message" — Yahoo News, February 18, 2007

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