Publish Date: 9 August 2022 - 20:30

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Arab news sources on Tuesday reported that a terrorist who was attempting to carry out a suicide bombing was arrested in Diyala before managing to complete his mission.

The terrorist, who was after bombing Muharram mourning ceremonies and military checkpoints, was identified and detained before managing to do so.

The terrorist blew himself up after being identified.

The incident did not leave any more casualties or damages.

Iraqi security forces have launched a plan for securing the pilgrims who enter the country to visit the shrine of Imam Hussein (AS) on the occasion of Ashura.

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