2010 Zahedan bombings
The 2010 Zahedan bombings were two suicide bombings on 15 July 2010 that targeted Shia worshippers in Iran, including members of the Revolutionary Guards. The bombings targeted those celebrating the birthday of a Muslim saint at the Jamia mosque in Zahedan, Sistan-Baluchestan. Responsibility for the attacks was claimed by Jundullah in revenge for the execution of their leader by the Iranian government. Amongst the reactions and national and supranational condemnations, Iran blamed the United States and Israel for facilitating the attack.
| 2010 Zahedan bombings | |
|---|---|
Sistan and Baluchistan Province highlighted within Iran | |
| Location | Zahedan, Sistan-Baluchestan, Iran |
| Date | 15 July 2010 (UTC+4½) |
| Target | Shia worshippers |
Attack type | Suicide bombings |
| Deaths | 27+ |
| Injured | 270+ |
| Perpetrators | Jundullah |
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