Memorial Service For Qassem Soleimani Reportedly Bombed In Iran, Killing Dozens
Two bomb blasts reportedly killed dozens near terrorist Qassem Soleimani’s tomb on the fourth anniversary of his death.
At least 73 people were killed by terrorists Wednesday in twin explosions at the memorial service for Soleimani, BBC reported Wednesday morning. BBC and other major outlets are reporting that at least 103 people died as of Wednesday late afternoon.
At least 171 people at the procession were reportedly injured near the Saheb al-Zaman mosque in the southern city of Kerman, according to BBC. Kerman’s deputy governor referred to the incident as a “terrorist attack.”
Hundreds of mourners made their way to Soleimani’s tomb as part of the ceremony commemorating the deceased terrorist. Video posted online shows several bodies strewn across a road, according to the outlet.