At least 30 killed in blast at Shia mosque

An explosion rocked a Shiite mosque in northern Baghdad after religious services today, killing at least 30 people.

Police Maj. Falah al-Mohammedawi said at least 30 people were wounded in the blast at the Buratha mosque. He said the casualty toll was based on reports from three hospitals.

There was confusion over the cause of the blast and even the number of explosions. Police first reported mortar rounds blasted the mosque. But police later said shrapnel found at the scene suggested the blast could have been caused by an explosive vest.

There were conflicting reports whether the attack was a combination of mortar fire and a stationary bomb.