Iraq Invasion Anniversary Carnage: 98 Killed, over 240 Wounded

A series of bombings and other attacks, apparently timed to coincide with the 10th anniversary of U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, rocked the country today. The violence focused on government buildings and gathering places in Shi’ite neighborhoods. The toll could have been far worse, however, as security forces claimed to have arrested dozens of militants and confiscated numerous bombs. Overall, at least 98 people were killed. Over 240 were also wounded.
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