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Explosion heard in Baghdad

A large explosion has taken place near the UN headquarters in Baghdad.

Explosion heard in Baghdad

Tue, 19 Aug, 2003 - 15:03

A large explosion has taken place near the UN headquarters in Baghdad.

Early reports are sketchy, but some suggest the blast took place at a hotel housing UN officials.

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