Undefined Explosive Device (UED)

Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Baghdad, Al Risafa area, Iraq on Sun 16th January 2022

16th January 2022

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On 16 January 2022, unknown militants simultaneously detonated 2 explosive devices targeting 2 different banks in Baghdad - Karadah. One explosive targeted the Jihan Bank near the National Theater while the other detonated near Al Wathiq Square on Shorouk Street either targeting the Kurdistan Bank or a shop selling alcohol. The second explosion was alternatively reported as a sound bomb. The twin blast injured 2 civilians. There were no fatalities. The banks are owned by a Kurdish businessman.

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Iraq (IRQ)

Baghdad ( Al Risafa area )

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