Two bombings in the port city of Ashdod in Israel have resulted in at least 11 deaths and 15 injuries. Officials state that it appears two of the deceased were the suicide bombers. Palestinian groups Hamas and Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades have claimed responsibility for the bombings. Ahmad Qurei, the Palestinian Prime Minister, and the Palestinian Authority have condemned the bombings. Reports indicate that hours after the attacks, the Israeli government postponed a meeting scheduled for this week with Ahmad Qurei and Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon regarding the U.S. peace plan known as the 'Roadmap for Peace in the Middle East.' Latest reports from Palestinian sources indicate that Israeli helicopters have fired at least 10 missiles at several targets in the city of Gaza.
Eleven Killed in Two Bombings in Israel - 2004-03-15
Two bombings in Ashdod, Israel, have killed 11 people and injured 15, with Hamas and Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades claiming responsibility. The attacks led to the postponement of a crucial peace meeting between Palestinian and Israeli leaders. This escalation highlights ongoing tensions and violence in the region.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Two bombings in Ashdod, Israel, resulted in at least 11 deaths and 15 injuries, with Hamas and Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades claiming responsibility. The attacks prompted the Israeli government to postpone a peace meeting with Palestinian leaders.
- The bombings were carried out by suicide bombers.
- Israeli military responded with airstrikes in Gaza following the attacks.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been marked by violence and failed peace negotiations for decades, with various groups advocating for Palestinian rights through militant actions.
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