Two British soldiers killed in Iraq bomb blast

Two British soldiers were killed in Amarah, 180 miles south-east of Baghdad, the Ministry of Defence reported, but gave no other details.

Tue, 28 Feb, 2006 - 10:48

Two British soldiers were killed in Amarah, 180 miles south-east of Baghdad, the Ministry of Defence reported, but gave no other details.

A witness said a car bomb targeted a British patrol and helicopters were seen taking away casualties.

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