14 January 2012 Basra bombing
The 14 January 2012 Basra bombing was a paramilitary attack in the port city of Basra, Iraq. A bomb, seemingly targeting Shia Muslims marking the festival of Arbain, killed at least 53 people and left more than 130 injured.
| January 2012 Basra bombing | |
|---|---|
| Part of the Iraqi insurgency (post U.S. withdrawal) | |
| Location | Basra, Iraq |
| Date | 14 January 2012 (UTC+3) |
| Target | Shia pilgrims, Iraqi police |
Attack type | Suicide bomb / Roadside bomb |
| Deaths | 53 |
| Injured | 130 |
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