IS suicide bombers hit Iraqi military compound, killing 8

March 01, 2016 23:28

Four suicide bombers disguised as soldiers struck an Iraqi military headquarters in the western town of Haditha today, killing eight army officers, including a local commander, in an attack claimed by the Islamic State group.

Local councilman Khalid Salman said one of the bombers attacked the gate of the compound and the others struck after soldiers gathered to help the victims. He said eight soldiers were wounded in the attack.

IS claimed the assault in online statements issued on jihadi websites, saying it was carried out by two Syrian suicide bombers. The AP could not confirm the authenticity of the statements, but they resembled previous announcements issued by the group.

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