6 Shiite pilgrims killed in an explosion in Iraq

Iraqi officials say bombs have exploded among Shiite pilgrims marking the holy day of Ashura, killing at least six people and wounding more than 30 others.

Sunday’s deadliest blast was in the northern Iraqi town of Tuz Khormato, about 180 kilometers north of Baghdad. A roadside bomb exploded during a pilgrims’ procession, killing five and wounding 28. VOA