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03 Jun 2019 | 09:44 PM UTC

Iraq: Grenade attack targets Islamic Dawa Party office in Basra province June 3

Unidentified assailants carry out grenade attack on Islamic Dawa Party office in Basra province June 3 following similar attack on Iraqi Communist Party HQ in Basra province June 2; additional attacks on political offices possible

Warning

Event

Unidentified assailants carried out a grenade attack on the Islamic Dawa Party office in Basra province on Monday, June 3, causing significant damage to the office without resulting in casualties. The attack comes after a similar attack targeted the Iraqi Communist Party headquarters in Basra province on Sunday, June 2; no casualties were immediately reported. Similar attacks are possible on political offices in Basra province over the coming days and weeks.

Advice

Individuals in Basra province are advised to monitor developments, remain vigilant, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities and their home governments.

The security environment in Iraq remains complex. Professional security advice and support should be sought prior to all travel.