Grenade

Grenade event in Babil, Hilla area, Iraq on Tue 18th November 2025

18th November 2025

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On 18 November 2025, police forces (Narcotics Division) clashed with a drug dealer in Al Hayy Al Askari neighborhood in the center of Hilla city (Babil) during an arrest attempt. The exchange of fire with the dealer lasted for over 3 hours. He tried to flee via rooftops, taking some hostages. Eventually SWAT and tactical units captured him, seizing weapons, grenades, explosives and large quantities of unspecified drugs. The dealer was also wanted on multiple charges including murder. There were no casualties.

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Iraq (IRQ)

Babil ( Hilla area )

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