A suicide bombing at a popular Baghdad ice cream shop killed at least 16 people, officials said Tuesday, an attack claimed by the Islamic State group. IS issued a statement claiming the attack, identifying the bomber as an Iraqi who detonated an explosives-rigged vehicle targeting Shi’a Muslims. Images and footage posted on social media showed the devastating impact of the blast, which ripped through the crowded area around Al-Faqma ice cream shop, scattering rubble across the street. One photo showed cups of ice cream scattered on the blood-stained ground. “ISIS terrorists tonight in Baghdad target children & families enjoying time together at an ice cream shop.

Source: Egypt Independent May 30, 2017 08:37 UTC