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References
- ↑ "25 Worst Acts of Terrorism Ever Committed". 17 February 2014.
- ↑ "25 Worst Acts of Terrorism Ever Committed". 17 February 2014.
- ↑ "Medics say toll from Hilla attacks is 115". Reuters. 6 March 2007. Archived from the original on 20 March 2020.
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