Explosions at US compound in Baghdad

Loud explosions from suspected mortar or rocket fire rang out in central Baghdad today evening and smoke rose from the "Green…

Loud explosions from suspected mortar or rocket fire rang out in central Baghdad today evening and smoke rose from the "Green Zone" compound housing the headquarters of the US-led administration in Iraq.

The Green Zone regularly comes under mortar or rocket attack, normally without major damage or casualties.

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