Politics

Iran attacks leave 12 dead at parliament and Khomeini mausoleum

Written by Teunis Felter

Twin attacks on the Iranian parliament and Ayatollah Khomeini’s mausoleum in the capital, Tehran, have killed at least 12 people and injured many more. The assault on the parliament building appears to be over, after earlier reports of a hostage situation. A suicide bomber died at the mausoleum. Iranian officials say they foiled a third attack. The so-called Islamic State group (IS) has claimed it carried out the attacks, which would be a first in Iran.

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-40184641

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Teunis Felter

Teunis Felter has over 20 years experience as an author, editor, and scientist. When not exploring outside, he enjoys reading history, researching genealogy, and civilly discussing politics.