The attacks prompted calls by far-right leaders for the swift formation of a new government that would be tougher on terrorism.
Tag: Bombs and Explosives
Turkey Accuses U.S. of Complicity in Istanbul Attack
Turkish police arrested a female suspect and accused her of entering from Syria to carry out the bombing on Kurdish orders. The U.S. is allied with a Kurdish-led militia in Syria.
Deadly Bombing in Istanbul Is Being Investigated as a Terrorist Attack
The blast killed at least six people, injured 81 others and shattered a yearslong sense of calm in Turkey as its tourism industry tries to recover from the coronavirus pandemic.
Here’s what we know about the attack.
The blast tore through a busy pedestrian thoroughfare popular with tourists. It was unclear who carried it out.
Here’s what we know about the attack.
The blast tore through a busy pedestrian thoroughfare popular with tourists. It was unclear who carried it out.
What Are ‘Dirty Bombs’ and Why Is Russia Talking About Them?
The idea of radiological dispersal devices is not new, and Russia’s claim that Ukraine would build and use one has been met with scorn from the West.
Mystery Surrounds Deadly Attack at a Notorious Myanmar Prison
A little-known group has claimed responsibility for two explosions, yet it remains unclear how the bombs got in, and how much of the carnage was a result of subsequent gunfire.
The Iranian Drones in Ukraine’s Already Crowded Skies
Russian forces have deployed two types of Iranian drones. Dozens of models of the remote-controlled and programmable weapons are now being used in the war.
In Ukraine, Glass Is a Precious Substance as Winter Looms
Russian bombs. Soaring energy costs. Severed trade links. It’s getting hard to fix all the shattered windows in Ukraine, and winter is coming.
After 16 Months, Some Glimmers of Optimism About Iran Nuclear Deal
Iran’s response to the “final text,” sent to the European Union just before midnight Monday, does not raise major new objections, officials say.