Two explosions rock Basra in southern Iraq

20 January, 2022 10:48

Two explosions rock Basra in southern Iraq Saree said on his Twitter account that the Yemeni army had been able to prevent ISIS elements and UAE-affiliated mercenaries from advancing towards Sanaa forces' positions in the two cities of Harib and Ain despite air support. Noting that the mercenaries had not been able to advance, Yahya Saree reported that heavy damage had been inflicted on the enemy, with more than 50 killed and wounded, as well as a number of their armored vehicles and machinery had been destroyed. Saree added that the Yemeni missile unit was also able to smash the enemy's focal points with two ballistic missiles. According to a spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces, the missiles hit the targets precisely. The Spokesman of Yemen's Armed Forces said on Monday that the country's military struck areas inside the United Arab Emirates after a warning a few days ago as Abu Dhabi's aggression continues. 219

Iraqi media sources reported on Thursday morning that two horrific explosions took place in the southern province of Basra.

The blasts were caused by two improvised explosive devices, Shafaq News quoted security officials.

The first explosive device exploded near the Taiz company belonging to the security defense in the Manawi Basha district.

The second blast occurred near an Islamic bank on Esteghlal Street.

So far, no individual or group has claimed responsibility for the blasts, and no casualties or damage have been reported.

Three days ago, two similar explosions took place in Al-Wathiq Square in the Al-Kurdah district of Baghdad.

No group or individual has claimed responsibility for these blasts too.