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2016 Brussels bombings facts for kids

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Map of Brussels, showing the location of the two bombs

On 22 March 2016, three large explosions happened in the Belgian capital Brussels. Two bombs exploded at Brussels Zaventem Airport and one exploded at Maalbeek metro station. According to the Belgian Health Ministry, there have been at least 31 confirmed deaths and over 250 reported injuries. Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) has publicly claimed responsibility for the attack. There are three suspects.

Images for kids

  • Brussels suspects CCTV

    Still from CCTV footage showing Najim Laachraoui (left), Ibrahim El Bakraoui (centre), and Mohamed Abrini (right).

  • Bruxelles 22 mars 2016 - panneau recommandations

    Digital billboard in Brussels. It reads, in French, "Stay where you are, avoid all movement, prioritise communications by text message or social media."

  • Flight in Mind (1)

    The sculpture Flight in Mind by Belgian artist Olivier Strebelle was damaged in the attacks. After some months of restoration the sculpture was relocated to an outdoor area of the airport. It is seen here on the 1st anniversary of the attacks.

  • Brussels 2016-05-06 15-41-20 ILCE-6300 4098 DxO (28777118843)

    Wall of messages at Maelbeek metro

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Atentados de Bruselas de 2016 para niños

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