Fatal Twin Bombings in Pakistan
21 August 2008 -- Authorities in Pakistan say at least 15 people have been killed in two explosions outside a weapons factory Thursday.
The blasts occurred simultaneously at two gates outside the military facility in the town of Wah. Several people were also wounded in the explosions.
Preliminary reports suggest the explosions were caused by two suicide bombers.
Pakistani security has been engaged in a growing battle with Islamic militants based in tribal regions along the Pakistani border.
Source: VOA News
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