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Deadly Car Bomb in Manbij, Syria Kills 15, Mostly Women

A car bomb exploded in Manbij, Syria, killing at least 15 people, predominantly women, and wounding dozens more, highlighting ongoing instability in the region.

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  1. Car bomb kills at least 15 in northern Syria, dozens injured

    The recent car bomb explosion in Manbij highlights the alarming and ongoing instability that plagues northern Syria, revealing the dire consequences of the conflict on innocent civilians.

    Car bomb kills at least 15 in northern Syria, dozens injured

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  2. Car bomb blast in northern Syria kills 15 agricultural workers

    The tragic car bomb attack in northern Syria highlights the ongoing violence and instability that continues to plague the region, particularly affecting innocent civilians.

    Car bomb blast in northern Syria kills 15 agricultural workers

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  3. At least 15 killed in car bomb explosion in northern Syria

    The persistent violence and alarming frequency of car bomb attacks in Manbij underscore the grim reality that stability and recovery in Syria remain painfully elusive.

    At least 15 killed in car bomb explosion in northern Syria

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  4. At Least 15 Killed in Car Bomb Explosion in Northern Syria

    The tragic loss of life and ongoing violence in Manbij illustrate the enduring instability and danger that continues to plague Syria, challenging any hope for peace and recovery in the region.

    At Least 15 Killed in Car Bomb Explosion in Northern Syria

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Feb 3rd, 2025, 6:41 AM ET

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A car bomb detonated near a vehicle carrying agricultural workers in Manbij, Syria, killing at least 15 individuals, primarily women. While local civil defense reported the death of 14 women and one man, a monitoring group indicated a higher toll of 18 women killed. This incident marks the seventh car bombing in Manbij in over a month, exacerbating the already dire humanitarian situation in the region, which remains volatile due to ongoing clashes between armed factions, including the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. Medical assistance is being provided to those affected.

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