A coalition official in Iraq says that 15 people have been arrested in connection with the multiple explosions that occurred on Tuesday in Karbala and Kadhimayn. According to him, at least 4 suspects speak Persian and are believed to be Iranian. They are in the custody of coalition officials, while others are held by the Iraqi police. In the explosions on Tuesday, which took place at the height of the Ashura ceremonies and in quick succession, 170 people were killed and over 400 were injured. Meanwhile, the London-based newspaper Al-Quds Al-Arabiya published a letter purportedly sent by Al-Qaeda, in which the group denies any involvement in the attacks against Shiites. In this context, the Iraqi Governing Council has postponed the signing of the interim constitution that was scheduled for Wednesday. Nevertheless, council members emphasize that the attacks on Tuesday will not prevent them from meeting the June 30 deadline for transferring power.
15 People Arrested in Connection with Karbala and Kadhimayn Explosions
Fifteen individuals have been arrested in Iraq following deadly explosions in Karbala and Kadhimayn, which resulted in 170 deaths and over 400 injuries during Ashura ceremonies. Among the suspects, some are believed to be Iranian, and Al-Qaeda has denied involvement in the attacks. The Iraqi Governing Council has delayed the signing of a temporary constitution but remains committed to the power transfer deadline.
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📰 What Happened
15 people arrested in Iraq for Karbala and Kadhimayn explosions, including Iranian suspects.
- coalition officials arrest 15 suspects
- Iraqi police arrest remaining suspects
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The arrests highlight ongoing security challenges in Iraq and potential Iranian connections.
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