Swedish authorities suspect Iraqi in Stockholm bombing
A day after two explosions struck Central Stockholm in the first terrorist attack on the country in three decades, authorities have a suspect: 28-year-old Taimour al-Abdaly. Al-Abdaly’s alleged suicide attack wounded two and raised questions about the Iraq-born Swede who was educated in Britain, who reportedly emailed authorities just before the attack occurred. For more on the story we’re joined by John Burns, London bureau chief for our partner The New York Times.
The article you just read is free because dedicated readers and listeners like you chose to support our nonprofit newsroom. Our team works tirelessly to ensure you hear the latest in international, human-centered reporting every weekday. But our work would not be possible without you. We need your help.
Make a gift today to help us reach our $25,000 goal and keep The World going strong. Every gift will get us one step closer.