Iraq: Explosion occurs in Sarchinar area of Sulaymaniyah, April 19 /update 1

An explosion occurred in the Sarchinar area of central Sulaymaniyah on April 19. Initial reports indicate a bomb attached to a vehicle exploded. The target of the attack was a local political figure. The explosion injured one person. The identity of the assailants is unclear.

Increased security is likely in the affected area as authorities investigate and respond to the incident. Disruptions to business operations and road travel are likely.