Detonation at the Cairo Metro station in Hadaiq El Quba
An explosive device detonated at the Cairo Metro station in Hadaiq El Quba neighborhood, Cairo city, Cairo governorate, Egypt. At least one person was wounded in the blast.
A homemade explosive device was used in the attack.
This was one of five bombings targeting metro stations on the same day. No group claimed responsibility; however, sources attributed the attacks to the Muslim Brotherhood. However, the Muslim Brotherhood denied any involvement in the incidents.
Sources
“String of bombings target Cairo metro stations,” Deutsche Welle, June 25, 2014.”
“At least Five Wounded in Cairo Explosions: Sources,” New York Times, June 25, 2014.”
“Xinhua: 2nd lD: At least 3 Injured In Cairo Metro Blasts,” Xinhua, June 25, 2014.”
