IED Incidents monthly summary Jun 2016PDF - the C
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IED Incidents monthly summary Jun 2016PDF - the C
IED Incidents Summary JUNE 2016 C I E D C Information Period: 210000MAY2016 – 200000JUNE2016 O E COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE This report can be downloaded from: BICES NATO CIED PORTAL BICES COE CIED PORTAL http://www.ciedcoe.org/documents_useful_links/documents/ Disclaimer: This Report is designed to provide specific information on the IED attacks on 5 continents during May 2016. The content of this Report has been extracted from the information gathered from C-IED CoE collaborators and open sources. Consequently, the C-IED CoE claims no liability for such information and does not identify with the opinions expressed and held by those sources. The CoE does not accept any responsibility for use of the information made by those who have obtained it from this Report. The Report should not be regarded as an official NATO Document. 2 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE INDEX INDEX 3 AFRICA 5 ALGERIA 5 EGYPT 6 KENYA 9 LIBYA 10 MALI 11 NIGERIA 12 SOMALIA 15 TUNISIA 17 CENTRAL AMERICA 18 HONDURAS 18 NORTH AMERICA 19 UNITED STATES 19 SOUTH AMERICA 21 COLOMBIA 21 ASIA 26 AFGHANISTAN 26 BANGLADESH 37 CHINA 38 INDIA 38 INDONESIA 44 IRAQ 45 3 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE LAOS 82 LEBANON 82 PAKISTAN 83 PHILIPPINES 87 SAUDI ARABIA 88 SYRIA 88 THAILAND 95 YEMEN 96 EUROPE 98 CYPRUS 98 CZECH REPUBLIC 98 GEORGIA 98 ITALY 98 POLAND 99 RUSSIA 99 TURKEY 100 UNITED KINGDOM 104 UKRAINE 105 OCEANIA/AUSTRALIA 106 AUSTRALIA 106 STATISTICS 107 REFERENCES 115 4 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE AFRICA ALGERIA 19 IEDs Found and Cleared in Yakouren http://www.india.com/news/world/algeria-6-terrorists-killed-by-the-army-1204486/ On 21 May, in Yakouren, Tizi Ouzou province, soldiers found and cleared 19 unknown IEDs (homemade mines), 4kg of unknown explosive material, a power generator during clearing operations. IED Found and Cleared in Chlef http://www.aps.dz/en/algeria/12960-fight-against-terrorism-homemade-bomb-destroyed-inchlef On 31 May, in Chlef city, the People’s National Army found and cleared an unknown IED (homemade bomb). Explosive Belt Found and Cleared in Guelta Zerka http://www.aps.dz/en/algeria/12987-eight-terrorists-killed,-weapons-seized-in-setif On 1 June, in Guelta Zerka commune, Setif province, a People’s National Army (ANP) detachment found and cleared an explosive belt and other war materials, and killed eight (8) terrorists. 11 IEDs Found and Cleared in Medea http://www.aps.dz/en/algeria/13188-counterterrorism-11-bombs-destroyed-in-medea On 12 June, in Rouakeche, Medea province, the People’s National Army forces found and cleared 11 unknown IEDs (bombs), an explosive belt and detonating tools during an operation. Two IEDs Found and Cleared in Medea http://www.aps.dz/en/algeria/13218-counterterrorism-seven-bunkers,-two-bombs-destroyed On 15 June, in Rouakeche, Medea province, an Army detachment found and cleared two (2) unknown IEDs (bombs) and seven (7) terrorist bunkers in a combing operation. Cache Found and Cleared in Skikda http://www.aps.dz/en/algeria/13243-shelter-for-terrorists,-bombs,-mortars-and-quantity-ofexplosives-destroyed-in-skikda-and-jijel 5 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 16 June, in Skikda and Jijel provinces, the People’s National Army (ANP) found and cleared a cache consisting of 12 unknown IEDs, five (5) mortars, and an unknown amount of unknown explosives. Cache Found and Cleared in Medea http://www.aps.dz/en/algeria/13270-another-terrorist-killed-in-media,-operation-stillunderway On 19 June, in Rouakeche, Medea province, the People’s National Army found and cleared a cache containing an explosive belt and various war materials. Additionally, soldiers killed 13 terrorists and detained four (4) others during military operations. EGYPT 3 Troops Killed By Roadside Bomb In Egypts Sinai http://www.worldbulletin.net/middle-east/172972/three-troops-killed-by-roadside-bomb-inegypts-sinai http://aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/three-troops-killed-by-roadside-bomb-in-egypt-s-sinai/576128 On 21 May, an Egyptian army officer and two soldiers were killed Saturday when their armored vehicle struck a roadside bomb in the northern Sinai Peninsula. IED Wounded Three in Sheikh Zuweid http://www.albawabaeg.com/88482 On 22 May, in Sheikh Zuweid, North Sinai governorate, an unknown IED targeting an army patrol detonated, wounding three (3) Egyptian soldiers. 30 IEDs, Cache Found and Cleared in Jabal al Halal http://thecairopost.youm7.com/news/209234/news/pics-13-highly-dangerous-terrorists-killedin-north-sinais-jabal-al-halal On 23 May, in northwest of Jabal al Halal mountain, North Sinai governorate, security forces found and cleared 30 unknown IEDs, 50 anti-tank mines, and 95 mines without explosives. Additionally, security forces found and cleared a cache containing 1,750kg gunpowder, 100 barrels containing bomb-making materials, five (5) sacks of aluminum nitrate, explosive circuits, and various other war materials inside the mountain gorge. 6 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Detonated in Giza http://en.alalam.ir/news/1821958 On 26 May, in al Doqi, Giza city, capital of Giza governorate, an unknown IED detonated on Tahrir Street. No casualties were reported. Eight IEDs Found and Cleared in North Sinai http://www.el-balad.com/2239260 On 27 May, in North Sinai governorate, security forces found and cleared eight (8) unknown IEDs during military operations. 38 IEDs Found and Cleared in Sheikh Zuweid http://www.el-balad.com/2240727 On 27 May, in Rafah and Sheikh Zuweid, North Sinai governorate, security forces found and cleared 38 unknown IEDs and killed 36 terrorists during clearing operations. “Ansar Bait al Maqdis (ABM) affiliates have pledged allegiance to the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS), changing their name to ‘Sinai Province’.” IED Wounded Three in Arish http://www.egyptindependent.com/news/three-police-conscripts-injured-roadside-bomb-westarish On 28 May, in al Masaeed, western Arish, North Sinai governorate, an unknown roadside IED targeting an armored police vehicle detonated, wounding three (3) policemen. IED Killed Two, Wounded Three in Arish http://en.aswatmasriya.com/news/details/17018 http://www.el-balad.com/2242453 On 28 May, in Arish, North Sinai governorate, an unknown IED detonated as a police vehicle drove by, killing two (2) policemen and wounding three (3) conscripts. Two IEDs Killed Five, Wounded Five in Arish http://thecairopost.youm7.com/news/210132/news/5-military-forces-killed-5-others-injuredin-two-roadside-bombs-in-arish On 31 May, in Arish, North Sanai governorate, two (2) unknown roadside IEDs detonated as a military convoy was passing by along Arish-Sheikh Zuweid Road, killing five (5) military forces and wounding five (5) more. 7 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Wounded Six in Al Arish http://www.el-balad.com/2254548 On 3 June, in al Arish, North Sinai governorate, an unknown IED detonated, wounding six (6) police conscripts. No other information was provided. IED Found and Cleared in Rafah http://www.albawabaeg.com/88930 On 5 June, in Rafah city, North Sinai province, soldiers interdicted two (2) militants emplacing an unknown IED, killing one (1) of them and wounding the other. 11 IEDs Found and Cleared in Giza http://www.el-balad.com/2264916 On 7 June, in Badrasheen, Giza governorate, security forces found and cleared a cache containing about 11 unknown IEDs. IED Killed One Soldier in Sheikh Zuweid http://www.el-balad.com/2265044 On 7 June, in Sheikh Zuweid, North Sinai governorate, an unknown IED targeting a checkpoint detonated, killing one (1) soldier. PBIED Detonated in Mit Ghamr http://www.el-balad.com/2268251 On 9 June, in Mit Ghamr city, Dakahlia governorate, a PBIED wearing a veil detonated at the Qatar National Bank branch, with no other casualties. VBIED Found and Cleared in Rafah http://www.el-balad.com/2267380 On 8 June, in Rafah, North Sinai governorate, security forces found and cleared a VBIED and detained three (3) takfiri (impure Muslim) elements, one wanted for helping takfiris infiltrate into the Sinai via tunnels. Five IEDs Found and Cleared in North Sinai http://www.el-balad.com/2274459 8 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 11 June, south of Arish and Sheikh Zuweid, North Sinai governorate, police found and cleared five (5) unknown roadside IEDs. IED Found and Cleared in Arish http://www.el-balad.com/2283470 On 14 June, in Nafora district, Arish, North Sinai governorate, explosive experts found and cleared an unknown roadside IED. Six IEDs Found and Cleared Abu Teeg http://www.el-balad.com/2292197 On 16 June, in Abu Teeg, Assiut governorate, explosive experts found and cleared six (6) unknown IEDs at a school. A four (4) member terrorist cell, led by a primary school teacher and affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood, was detained in conjunction with the incident. IED Found and Cleared in Al Arish http://www.el-balad.com/2291939 On 16 June, in Al Arish, North Sinai governorate, police found and cleared an unknown roadside IED containing 100kg of TNT explosive substance. Six IEDs Found and Cleared in Al Arish http://www.albawabaeg.com/89300 On 18 June, in al Arish, North Sinai governorate, military personnel found and cleared six (6) unknown roadside IEDs near a security checkpoint. IED Killed One, Wounded One in Al Arish http://en.el-balad.com/2293586 On 19 June, in al Arish, North Sinai governorate, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing one (1) policeman and wounding one (1) conscript. KENYA RCIED Detonated in Liboi http://www.mareeg.com/roadside-bomb-hits-kdf-convoy-near-somali-border/ 9 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 3 June, in Liboi, Garrisa County, a roadside RCIED targeting a Kenyan Defense Force (KDF) convoy detonated, causing an unknown number of casualties. IED Wounded Several in Mandera http://www.shabellenews.com/2016/06/several-kenyan-policemen-injured-in-al-shabaabbomb-attack/ On 5 June, in Lafey, Mandera County, an al Shabaab emplaced unknown roadside IED (landmine) detonated, wounding several police officers. IED Detonated in Mandera http://radiorisaala.com/no-casualties-as-explosive-goes-off-in-kenya-border-area/ On 11 June, in Mandera County, an unknown IED detonated near a customs office, causing no casualties. The Mandera County Commissioner blamed al Shabaab militants for the blast. LIBYA IED Killed One, Wounded Three in Misrata http://www.afrigatenews.net/content/ق ت يل-و-ث الث ة-جرحى-ف ي-ان فجار-ل غم-أر ضي- شرقم صرات ة On 22 May, in Misrata district, Tripolitania region, a DAISH emplaced unknown IED (landmine) detonated, killing one (1) engineer and wounding three (3) others attempting to diffuse the explosive device. Multiple VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Sirte https://www.libyangazette.net/2016/05/28/7-soldiers-killed-and-25-wounded-in-clashes-with- isis/ On 27 May, in Sirte district, Tripolitania region, troops found and cleared multiple ISIS emplaced VBIEDs targeting Government of National Accord (GNA) military personnel. 100 ISIS fighters were also killed during Operation Strong Foundation, which targeted checkpoint locations 30km and 50km from Sirte. IED Killed One, Wounded Two in Sirte http://www.libyanewstoday.com/misratan-bomb-disposal-specialist-killed-by-ied/ 10 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 3 June, in Sirte district, Tripolitania region, an Islamic State (IS) emplaced unknown IED detonated while bomb disposal experts were attempting to defuse the explosive device, killing one (1) expert and wounding two (2) others. Fewer and Smaller VBIEDs Found in Sirte http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-36505935 On 11 June, Libyan forces have retaken the port in the city of Sirte from the Islamic State (IS). A Misrata spokesman said that troops were finding fewer IEDs and VBIEDs. He also added that the VBIEDs they were finding were smaller, suggesting they were hastily set up. Three PBIEDs Killed Three, Wounded Seven in Zaafran http://in.reuters.com/article/libya-security-idINKCN0YY0PY On 12 June, in Zaafran, Sirte district, Tripolitania region, a PBIED detonated at a field hospital, killing three (3) people and wounding seven (7) others. Additionally, two (2) other PBIEDs attempted to attack the facility, causing no casualties. PBIED Killed Two, Wounded Others in Qasr Abu Hadi http://english.sina.com/news/2016-06-13/doc-ifxszmnz7232431.shtml http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-06/13/c_135433644.htm On 13 June, in Qasr Abu Hadi, 18km south of Sirte, capital of Sirte district, a PBIED detonated near a civil registry office, killing two (2) people and wounding several others. SVBIED Killed 10, Wounded Others in Abugrein http://aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/suicide-car-bomb-kills-ten-in-nw-libya/590879 On 16 June, in Abugrein village, Misratah district, an SVBIED detonated at the police checkpoint, killing at least 10 people and wounding others. MALI IED Killed Five, Wounded One in Mopti http://interaksyon.com/article/128392/5-un-peacekeepers-killed-in-mali-attack-un-policesources On 30 May, 30km west of Sevare town, Mopti region, a complex attack consisting of an unknown IED followed by a terrorist attack on a United Nations Multidimensional Integrated 11 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) convoy killed at least five (5) UN peacekeepers (Togolese) and seriously wounded one (1) other. NIGERIA Militants Bomb NNPC Gas Pipeline - 3 Soldiers Dead http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/05/3-soldiers-feared-dead-militants-bomb-nnpc-gaspipeline/ http://www.africanews.com/2016/05/22/nigeriamilitants-bomb-nnpc-gas-pipeline-3-soldiersdead/ On 21 May, three soldiers attached to the Joint Task Force, JTF, in the Niger Delta, allegedly perished in two detached boat tragedies in Bayelsa and Delta States, while suspected militants again bombed the Escravos Gas Pipeline. Boko Haram Chief IED Maker Killed in Sambisa Forest http://allafrica.com/stories/201605241040.html On 23 May, in Sambisa Forest, Borno state, Boko Haram chief IED maker and his associate were killed by a body guard of Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau, as they were attempting to run away due to the intensity of the current Nigerian military operation. Complex Attack Killed Six in Jere http://www.reportsafrique.com/boko-haram-strikes-takes-5-borno-communities/ On 24 May, in Ladin Buta village, Jere Local Government Area (LGA), Borno state, Boko Haram raided an area, using an unknown number of IEDs and automatic weapons, killing more than six (6) civilians and wounding others. IEDs Detonated in Escravos Oil Tank Farm http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/05/bombings-chevron-suspends-operations-oil-rises50barrel/ On 26 May, in Escravos, Niger Delta, an undisclosed number of unknown IEDs detonated at the Chevron Escravos oil tank farm’s electricity feed, with no casualties reported. The Niger Delta Avengers claimed responsibility, saying Chevron ignored its warning not to fix a pipeline they bombed earlier in the month. 12 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Pipeline Blown Up in Warri http://sunnewsonline.com/terror-group-niger-delta-avengers-blow-up-nnpc-pipelines/ On 27 May, in Warri, Delta State, the Niger Delta Avengers militant group blew up a large gas and crude oil pipeline with unknown explosives. No casualties were reported. The pipeline is owned by the Nigerian National Petroleum company. IED Killed Five in Biu http://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2016-05-29/buried-ied-blamed-on-boko-haramkills-5-in-northeast-nigeria On 29 May, in Biu, Borno State, a Boko Haram emplaced unknown roadside IED detonated near a military checkpoint as a tricycle taxi passed, killing five (5) people. IED Factory, IEDs Found and Cleared in Dikwa https://www.naij.com/844016-boko-haram-two-bomb-making-factories-uncovered-borno.html On 29 May, in Dikwa, Borno State, soldiers found and cleared two (2) IED factories, several unknown IEDs, IED manufacturing equipment, and other war materials during a patrol. Two Oil Wells Blown Up in Warri North http://www.onlinenigeria.com/general/43821-breaking-niger-delta-avengers-bomb-chevron-oilwells-again.html On 1 June, Warri North Local Government Area (LGA), Delta state, Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) blew up two (2) Chevron oil pipelines with unknown explosives, shutting both down. No casualties were reported. IED Damages Oil Pipeline in Bayelsa http://guardian.ng/news/shell-probing-new-claim-of-nigeria-pipeline-attack/ On 3 June, in Bayelsa State, an unknown IED detonated, damaging a Shell oil pipeline. The pipeline was allegedly attacked in response to Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) refusing to heed warnings not to repair the oil pipeline. Four IEDs, IED Factory Found and Cleared in Borno http://abujacitynews.blogspot.com.es/2016/06/troops-kill-dreaded-boko-haram.html On 3 June, in Chukungudu, Borno State, soldiers found and cleared four (4) Boko Haram emplaced unknown IEDs and an IED factory. 13 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Militants Blew Up Oil Well in Warri http://www.foxnews.com/world/2016/06/08/nigerian-militants-blow-up-chevron-oil-wellreject-dialogue.html http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/international-business/african-andmideast-business/nigerian-militants-blow-up-chevron-oil-well-reject-dialogue/article30348026/ On 8 June, in Warri, Delta State, Nigerian Delta Avenger militants rejected a government peace talk offering and detonated an unknown IED on a Chevron oil welll, with no casualties reported. IED Destroyed Oil Pipeline in Delta State http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/06/militants-claim-agip-oil-facility-attack/ On 9 June, in Ogidigben, Delta State, unidentified militants detonated an unknown IED, destroying a Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) oil pipeline along the Chanomi Creek. No group has claimed responsibility for this attack. Blast Hits NPDC Pipeline In Delta Region http://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-nigeria-delta-idUKKCN0YW0E3 On 9 June, an explosion rocked a pipeline operated by a subsidiary of Nigeria's state oil company in the West African country's restive Delta region. Troops Clear Boko Haram Camps At Yajiwa http://dailypost.ng/2016/06/10/troops-clear-boko-haram-camps-at-yajiwa/ On 10 June, the Nigerian military have cleared about eight terrorists camps in parts of Borno State, North East Nigeria, in their determined efforts of removing the remnants of Boko Haram terrorists there. IED Destroyed Oil Pipeline in Bayelsa State http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/06/militants-claim-agip-oil-facility-attack/ On 10 June, in Bayelsa State, a Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) emplaced unknown IED detonated, destroying Agip Eni’s Obi-Obi Brass Trunkline (oil pipeline). The NDA claimed responsibility via Twitter. Two IEDs, Three VOIEDs Found and Cleared in Yajiwa http://www.news24.com.ng/National/News/army-sustains-raids-on-boko-haram-hideouts20160610 14 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 10 June, in Yajiwa, Borno state, Army units found and cleared two (2) Boko Haram emplaced unknown IEDs and three VOIEDs (pressure plates) during clearing operations. Oil Pipeline Struck in Oruk Anam http://businessdayonline.com/2016/06/militants-blow-up-nnpc-pipeline-in-akwa-ibom/ http://dailypost.ng/2016/06/16/akwa-ibom-pipeline-attack-not-by-niger-delta-avengers-policerefutes-claim/ On 16 June, in Oruk Anam Local Government Area (LGA), Akwa Ibom state, the Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) claim to have blown up the NNPC Pipeline. However, the Commissioner of Police stated it was an accident caused by leaking gas pipelines. Two PBIEDs Interdicted in Maiduguri http://saharareporters.com/2016/06/17/two-suicide-bombers-killed-vigilantes-maiduguri On 17 June, in Maiduguri, Borno State, the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) interdicted/killed two (2) PBIEDs near the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Staff Quarters. IED Found and Cleared in Ogbia http://www.polisonline.com.ng/2016/06/18/troops-foil-agip-pipeline-bombing-arrest-19/ On 18 June, in Ogbia Local Government Area (LGA), Bayelsa State, security forces found and cleared an unknown IED attached to a Nigerian Agip Oil company (NAOC) pipeline during anti-illegal oil bunkering patrol and cordon / search operations. SOMALIA 2 NISA Soldiers Among 4 Injured In Mogadishu Blast http://dulqaadka.com/2016/05/23/two-nisa-soldiers-among-4-injured-in-mogadishu-blast/ http://allafrica.com/stories/201604230013.html On 23 May, At least four people, including to soldiers serving with Somalia’s National Intelligence agency (NISA) have been wounded in a bomb blast in Mogadishu. The explosion was caused by land-mine bomb planted at a checkpoint in KPP junction that is run by NISA forces. Two IEDs Wounded Four in Gedo http://dulqaadka.com/2016/05/26/twin-blasts-hit-a-tea-shop-near-bur-dhubo-town/ http://www.shabellenews.com/2016/05/twin-blasts-hit-a-tea-shop-near-bur-dhubo-town/ 15 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 26 May, in Bur-Dhubo, Gedo province, two (2) unknown IEDs detonated at a tea shop, popular with government officials and security force members, wounding at least four (4) people, including the district commissioner and his deputy. No group has claimed responsibility. RCIED Killed Three in Gedo http://www.shabellenews.com/2016/05/al-shabaab-claims-killing-three-ethiopian-soldiers-inbomb-attack/ On 28 May, in Yurkud village, Gedo region, an al Shabaab emplaced roadside RCIED (mine) targeting a convoy of African Union soldiers detonated, killing at least three (3) Ethiopian soldiers. IED Killed Two, Wounded Two in Mogadishu http://www.shabellenews.com/2016/05/two-dead-as-roadside-bomb-hits-nisa-convoy-nearmogadishu/ On 28 May, in Mogadishu, Banaadir region, an unknown roadside IED (landmine) detonated near a National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) convoy, killing two (2) NISA members and wounding two (2) others. Somalias Al Shabaab Kills 2 Soldiers In Puntland Region http://af.reuters.com/article/topNews/idAFKCN0YN3LS On 31 May, Somalian al Shabaab militants killed two soldiers in the country's semi-autonomous region of Puntland on Tuesday in a bomb attack. Complex Attack Killed 15, Wounded 20 in Mogadishu http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/world/car-bomber-targets-hotel-in-somalicapital/article30229605/ On 1 Jun, in Mogadishu (national capital), Banaadir region, a complex attack consisting of an SVBIED ramming a hotel gate, followed by gunfire, killed at least 15 people and wounded 20 more. Al Shabaab claimed responsibility, stating they targeted the “apostate government” in the hotel where lawmakers frequent. Roadside Bomb Hits KDF Convoy Near Somali Border http://www.shabellenews.com/2016/06/roadside-bomb-hits-kdf-convoy-near-somali-border/ On 3 June, A convoy transporting Kenyan defense forces (KDF) was targeted in a roadside bomb explosion outside Liboi town near Somali border. A remote-controlled land-mine bomb believed to be planted by Somalia-based Al shabaab militants ripped through the KDF escorting convoy between Liboi and Dhobley. 16 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE SVBIED Detonated in Halgan http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/militants-say-kill-43-in/2857712.html On 9 June, in Halgan, Hiiraan region, an al Shabaab SVBIED rammed the entrance to the military base of Ethiopian soldiers serving with the African Union Mission to Somalia (AMISOM), with both sides claiming to have inflicted a heavy toll on their opponents. TUNISIA IED Killed Two, Wounded One in Kasserine http://www.worldbulletin.net/africa/173270/tunisia-landmine-blast-kills-2-women On 30 May, in Kasserine region, an unknown IED (landmine) detonated, killing two (2) civilian women gathering herbs at the base of Mount Sammama and wounding one (1) more. 17 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE CENTRAL AMERICA HONDURAS IED Found and Cleared in El Progreso http://www.laprensa.hn/sucesos/962464-410/lanzan-una-bomba-cerca-del-peaje-hacia-elprogreso-yoro On 22 May, in El Progreso municipality, Yoro department, bomb squad personnel found and cleared an unknown IED (black powder with nails and metal) left at a tollbooth from a moving vehicle in an attempt to halt construction. 18 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE NORTH AMERICA UNITED STATES Small Bomb Explodes At Foster Fred Meyer http://www.oregonlive.com/portland/index.ssf/2016/05/small_device_explodes_at_south.html On 21 May, a small device exploded at a Southeast Portland Fred Meyer store. The blast didn't hurt anyone and caused little damage. Authorities Destroy Explosive Device Found In Fingal Mailbox http://www.dothaneagle.com/news/ap/state/authorities-destroy-explosive-device-found-infingal-mailbox/article_4e65a2b2-225f-58e3-9db7-2bfd90080069.html On 23 May, Law enforcement authorities in North Dakota say they have destroyed a suspicious homemade explosive device found Monday in the mailbox of a rural Fingal residence. Suspicious Package Explodes In Town Of Floyd http://www.syracuse.com/crime/index.ssf/2016/05/suspicious_package_explodes_in_town_of _floyd.html On 29 May, the Oneida County Sheriff's Office is investigating a "suspicious package" that exploded in the Town of Floyd. Found Homemade Bomb http://www.katc.com/story/32107011/lake-charles-police-investigating-homemade-bomb On 1 June, a homemade bomb was found on Enterprise Boulevard in the Louisiana State. 1 Injured In Burlington Pipe Bomb Blast http://www.wcax.com/story/32178207/1-injured-in-burlington-pipe-bomb-blast On 8 June, in Vermont, an explosion inside a car sent one person to the hospital. Huntington Beach Police Investigating Explosion Near Preschool http://www.ocregister.com/articles/beach-718856-huntington-police.html On 9 June, the explosive was set off in the middle of a parking lot between Patti’s Pre-school and an LA Fitness gym. Parents and students were safely evacuated from the school and no one was injured. 19 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Tannerite Found and Cleared, One Detained in Santa Monica http://fox61.com/2016/06/12/man-with-weapons-explosives-arrested-near-los-angelesclaimed-he-was-going-to-gay-pride-parade/ http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-gay-pride-weapons-20160612-snap-story.html On 12 June, in Santa Monica, police found and cleared tannerite and several weapons after searching the vehicle of a reported prowler near Olympic Boulevard and 11th Street. The suspect indicated that he was in town for the Gay Pride event in West Hollywood. Authorities said they see no connection between the Santa Monica arrest and the LGBT nightclub shooting in Orlando. Bomb Squad Responds To Bertuccis In Beverly http://boston.cbslocal.com/2016/06/13/beverly-bertuccis-suspicious-device/ On 13 June, customers and employees were evacuated from several businesses in Beverly after a “hoax device” was found at a Bertucci’s restaurant. Police said the item was a nylon bag with wires. Police Clear Site Of Bomb Hoax In Lutherville http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/baltimore-county/lutherville/ph-tt-hoax-bombthreat-0613-20160613-story.html On 13 June, in Baltimore, a bomb threat made on a Lutherville pharmacy was a hoax. 20 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE SOUTH AMERICA COLOMBIA Cache Found and Cleared in San Vicente del Caguan http://www.ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=396418 On 23 May, in Lusitania, San Vicente del Caguan municipality, Caqueta department, soldiers found and cleared a Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) emplaced cache consisting of an unknown IED, 18 non electric detonators, and various other war materials. Three IEDs Found and Cleared in Chorreras http://ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=396481 On 24 May, in Chorreras village, San Vicente del Caguan municipality, Caqueta department, soldiers found and cleared three (3) unknown IEDs (landmines). IED Found and Cleared in Cordoba http://ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=396470 On 24 May, in Liberty town, Cordoba department, soldiers found and cleared an unknown IED. VOIED Found and Cleared in Algeciras http://www.ejercito.mil.co//?idcategoria=396512 On 24 May, in Algeciras municipality, Huila department, soldiers found and cleared VOIED (pressure activation), property of the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) Teofilo Forero mobile column. 33 IEDs Found and Cleared in Buga http://www.ejercito.mil.co//?idcategoria=396500 On 24 May, in El Derrumbado village, Buga municipality, Valle del Cauca department, soldiers found and cleared 33 unknown IEDs, property of the FARC Alirio Torres mobile column. VOIED Found and Cleared in Granada http://ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=396617 21 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 26 May, in La Maria village, Granada municipality, Antioquia department, soldiers found and cleared a VOIED (mine) consisting of glass container with a pressure activation system, property of the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) Mario Velez gang. Six IEDs Found and Cleared in Multiple Departments http://www.ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=396737 On 28 May, in Casanare, Arauca, Vichada, and Guainia departments, soldiers found and cleared six (6) unknown IEDs. IEDs Found and Cleared in San Vicente del Caguan and La Montanita http://www.ejercito.mil.co//?idcategoria=396777 On 31 May, in Lusitania village, San Vicente del Caguan municipality, Caqueta department, soldiers found and cleared two (2) unknown IEDs (mines), eight (8) non-electric detonators, and other war materials, property of the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) Teofilo Forero Castro Mobile Column. On 31 May, in La Hermosa village, La Montanita municipality, Caqueta department, soldiers found and cleared nine (9) unknown IED launchers (100lb cylinders), property of the FARC 15th Front. Explosives Found and Cleared in Bronx http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/police-crackdown-on-bogot/2837430.html On 1 June, in Bronx, Bogota (national capital), police found and cleared an unknown amount of explosives during a raid and detained three (3) gang leaders. Explosives Wounded Three in Santander de Quilichao http://hsbnoticias.com/noticias/judicial/tres-personas-heridas-al-activarse-carga-explosiva-enel-cau-211937 On 1 June, in Santander de Quilichao, Cauca department, unknown explosives prematurely detonated in a home, wounding three (3) people, including a man engaged in mining and his 7-yearold son. Police are investigating the incident. VOIED Found and Cleared in Ricaurte http://www.ejercito.mil.co//?idcategoria=396918 On 2 June, in Ricaurte municipality, Nariño department, soldiers found and cleared one (1) VOIED emplaced near an electrical tower. 22 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Six IEDs Found and Cleared in Abrego http://www.ejercito.mil.co//?idcategoria=396916 On 2 June, in El Tun Tun village, Abrego municipality, Norte de Santander department, soldiers found and cleared a mined area planted with six (6) unknown IEDs containing shrapnel, black powder, pitch and metal points, weighing 15kg each. The mined area was prepared by the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN) Commander Diego Company. Two IED Found and Cleared in Palmira http://hsbnoticias.com/noticias/judicial/en-el-valle-del-cauca-autoridades-destruyen-de-formacontrol-212462\ On 2 June, in Palmira municipality, Valle del Cauca department, soldiers found and cleared two (2) unknown IEDs (40lb barrels) on the road between Tenjo and Llanito villages, property of the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) Gabriel Galvis Mobile Column. Five VOIEDs and Two CWIEDs Found and Cleared in El Para and San Vicente del Caguan http://www.ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=396943 On 2 June, in El Para, Florencia municipality, Caqueta department, soldiers found and cleared five (5) VOIEDs (pressure plate) discovered in a reservoir, during clearance operations. On 2 June, in Chorreras village, San Vicente del Caguan municipality, Caqueta department, soldiers found and cleared two (2) CWIEDs during clearing operations. Three IEDs Found and Cleared in Arauca http://www.ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=397028 On 4 June, in Tame and Arauquita municipalities, Arauca department, soldiers found and cleared three (3) emplaced unknown IEDs during security operations. VOIEDs/CWIED Found and Cleared in Mesetas and La Uribe http://www.ejercito.mil.co//?idcategoria=397049 On 6 June, in San Isidro village, Mesetas municipality, Meta department, soldiers found and cleared six (6) VOIEDs (anti-personnel mines in PVC tubes with electric initiation and activated by pressure) and one CWIED (cable activation), property of the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC). On 6 June, in Guacamayas village, Mesetas municipality, Meta department, soldiers found and cleared an CWIED (20lb cylinder pump, cable system, electric initiation), property of the FARC 40th Front Jacobo Arenas Group. 23 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 6 June, in Brisas del Guayabero village, La Uribe municipality, Meta department, soldiers found and cleared an unknown IED (mine, 600ml plastic bottle), property of the FARC. On 6 June, in Brisas village, La Uribe municipality, Meta department, soldiers found and cleared two (2) unknown IEDs (anti-personnel mines), property of the FARC. Two IEDs Found and Cleared in Tibu http://ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=397108 On 7 June, in La Gabarra, Tibu municipality, Norte de Santander department, soldiers found and cleared two (2) unknown IEDs, property of the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN) Luis Enrique Leon Front. IED Found and Cleared in Tame http://ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=397296 On 8 June, in Cano Balcamuco, Tame municipality, Arauca department, soldiers found and cleared an unknown IED (landmine), property of the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN) Domingo Lain Saenz Front. Two VOIEDs Found and Cleared in Milan http://www.ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=397505 On 11 June, in Campo Alegre village, Milan municipality, Caqueta department, soldiers found and cleared two (2) Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) Front 15 emplaced VOIEDs (pressure type). Timer IED Found and Cleared in Patia http://www.ejercito.mil.co//?idcategoria=397627 On 14 June, in Puente Fierro village, Patia municipality, Cauca department, soldiers found and cleared a timer IED (timer activation system). IEDs Found and Cleared in Tumaco http://www.ejercito.mil.co//?idcategoria=397608 On 14 June, in Tumaco municipality, Narino department, soldiers found and cleared six (6) unknown IEDs (landmines) found in plastic containers with detonators, slow fuse, shrapnel and composite of a substance with similar characteristics to ammonium nitrate and an unknown IED comprised of approximately 350 grams of explosive hidden inside a cacao plantation, 60 meters from a petrol filling station, property of the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN) Elder Santos Company. 24 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Three IEDs Found and Cleared in Tumaco http://ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=397639 On 14 June, in Tumaco municipality, Narino department, soldiers found and cleared three (3) unknown IEDs (anti-personnel mines) hidden near a crop field. IED Found and Cleared in Ricaurte http://ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=397639 On 14 June, in Ricaurte municipality, Narino department, soldiers found and cleared an unknown IED, to be used against the civilian population. Five CWIEDs Found and Cleared in Paramillo http://ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=397787 On 16 June, in Paramillo village, Abrego municipality, Norte de Santander department, soldiers found and cleared five (5) roadside CWIEDs, property of the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN) Commander Diego Company. Seven IEDs Found and Cleared in Convencion http://www.ejercito.mil.co/?idcategoria=397853 On 18 June, in Convencion municipality, Norte de Santander department, soldiers found and cleared seven (7) Ejercito Popular de Liberacion (EPL) Libardo Mora Toro Front emplaced unknown roadside IEDs. 25 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE ASIA AFGHANISTAN Car Bombing Hits Foreign Troops Convoy In Afghanistan http://www.globaltimes.cn/content/984378.shtml http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-05/21/c_135377429.htm On 21 May, A suicide car bombing hit a foreign forces' military convoy in Afghanistan's eastern province of Parwan on Saturday, leaving no casualties. RCIED Found and Cleared in Nangarhar http://www.khaama.com/talibans-ied-planter-terrorist-attacks-organizer-arrested-innangarhar-01010 On 21 May, in Nangarhar province, soldiers found and cleared a cache containing an RCIED, unknown explosives and various other war materials. Additionally, one (1) Taliban IED planter/terrorist planner (Fazullah) was detained during a military intelligence operation. Blast Kills Commander Of Border Police With His Guard http://www.kabultribune.com/index.php/2016/05/23/blast-kills-commander-of-border-policewith-his-guard/ On 22 May, A commander of border police along with his guard was killed following a road side mine blast in western Farah province. Car Bombing Kills Notorious Commander Of Taliban In Nangarhar http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22805-car-bombing-kills-notoriouscommander-of-taliban-in-nangarhar.html On 22 May, a notorious commander of Taliban militants was killed and five others insurgents were wounded following a car bombing blast in eastern Nangarhar province. IED Factory Found and Cleared in Marjah http://www.khaama.com/8-militants-killed-during-an-attack-on-taliban-prison-in-helmand01040 26 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 23 May, in Marjah district, southern Helmand province, security forces found and cleared an IED factory, killing eight (8) Taliban militants and detaining seven (7) others during a raid on a Taliban prison. Three PBIEDs Interdicted in Chaghcharan http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22806-bloodiest-incident-with-detainingof-three-suicide-attackers-prevented-nsd-stated.html On 23 May, in Chaghcharan (Firuzkoh), western Ghor province, National Security Directorate (NSD) personnel interdicted/detained three (3) Taliban PBIEDs. IED Interdicted, One Detained in Ghor http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22806-bloodiest-incident-with-detainingof-three-suicide-attackers-prevented-nsd-stated.html On 23 May, in Du Layna district, Ghor province, security forces detained a militant while he was attempting to emplace an unknown IED(Landmine). Mine Blast Took Life Of Policeman In Khost http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22830-mine-blast-took-life-of-policemanin-khost.html On 23 May, A border policeman was martyred and five others wounded in explosion of a mine in Khost province. The blast occurred near a convoy of border policemen in Ali Shir district. 24 IEDs Found and Cleared in Uruzgan and Zabul http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-05/24/c_135384073.htm On 24 May, in Uruzgan and Zabul provinces, Afghan National Army (ANA) personnel found and cleared 24 unknown IEDs in two (2) southern provinces. Seven (7) Taliban militants were wounded during the operations. IED Found and Cleared in Kushk http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22833-suicide-attack-prevented-inherat.html On 24 May, in Torghundi, Kushk district, Herat province, Afghan National Army (ANA) forces found and cleared an unknown IED. ANA elements are searching for the suspects. IED Killed Four, Wounded Five in Shahwali Kot http://www.khaama.com/explosion-in-kandahar-leaves-4-civilians-dead-5-wounded-01051 27 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-05/24/c_135384106.htm On 24 May, in Sharwali Kot district, Kandahar province, an unknown IED planted by Taliban militants, targeting a civilian vehicle detonated, killing at least four (4) civilians and wounding five (5) others. PBIED Killed 10, Wounded Three in Kabul http://aa.com.tr/en/asia-pacific/afghanistan-10-killed-in-taliban-suicide-attack/578222 https://www.cihan.com.tr/en/afghanistan-official-explosion-10-killed-2078043.htm http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22842-explosion-in-kandahar-leaves-4civilians-dead-5-wounded.html On 25 May, in Kabul city, a Taliban PBIED targeting a vehicle carrying court employees traveling to Wardak province detonated, killing 10 people and wounding three (3) others. IEDs Prematurely Detonated in Nangarhar http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22839-afghan-air-strike-kills-12taliban On 25 May, in Nangarhar province, an unknown number of unknown IEDs prematurely detonated during transport by Taliban insurgents, killing one (1) insurgent and wounding four (4) others. Explosives Found and Cleared in Khoshi http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22838-nsd-three-taliban-militantsdetained-in-logar.html On 25 May, in Akhondkhail, Khoshi district, Logar province, National Security Directorate (NSD) personnel found and cleared unknown explosives, weapons and ammunition, and detained three (3) Taliban insurgents during a special operation. Two IED Emplacers Interdicted in Shahr Safa http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22856-taliban-ied%E2%80%99s-planterskilled-in-southern-zabul.html On 25 May, in Shahr Safa district, Zabul province, Afghan security forces interdicted/killed two (2) Taliban IED emplacers planting an unknown IED on a road. IED Prematurely Detonated in Qarabagh http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22854-two-mine-planters-killed.html 28 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 25 May, in Qarabagh district, Ghazni province, an unknown IED prematurely detonated, killing two (2) insurgents and wounding one (1) other while planting it. VBIED Found and Cleared in Achin http://www.pajhwok.com/en/2016/05/26/12-daesh-militants-killed-nangarhar-drone-strikes On 26 May, in Sarobi village, Achin district, Nangarhar province, a NATO drone strike destroyed a VBIED and killed six (6) militants who crossed over from Orakzai, Pakastan. IED Killed Two, Wounded Four in Deh Rahwod http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22861-mine-blast-kills-wounds-6-childrenin-urozgan.html On 26 May, in Deh Rahwod district, Urozgan province, an unknown IED (mine) detonated, killing two (2) children and wounding four (4) others. PBIED Interdicted in Kabul https://www.khaama.com/haqqani-network-suicide-bomber-shot-dead-in-kabul-city-01092 On 28 May, in Kabul, Kabul province, Afghan intelligence personnel interdicted/killed a Haqqani Network (HQN) PBIED before he could carry out his suicide mission. No information was provided as to the exact location of where his failed mission was to have been conducted. IED Wounded 11 in Pul-e-Alam http://www.khaama.com/children-among-11-wounded-in-an-explosion-in-pul-e-alam-city01097 http://en.farsnews.com/newstext.aspx?nn=13950309001270 On 28 May, in Pul-e-Alam, Logar province, an unknown roadside IED detonated, wounding at least 11 civilians. Two IEDs Found and Cleared in Baghlan http://www.khaama.com/20-militants-killed-55-wounded-in-north-of-afghanistan-01101 On 29 May, in northern Sar-e-Pol and Baghlan provinces, the Afghan National Security and Defense Forces (ANSDF) found and cleared two (2) unknown IEDs during clearance operations. At least 20 militants were killed and 55 others were wounded during these operations. Five IEDs Found and Cleared in Uruzgan http://www.khaama.com/taliban-shadow-governor-and-military-commission-chief-killed-inuruzgan-01093 29 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 29 May, in Chora and Khas districts, southern Uruzgan province, the Afghan National Army (ANA) found and cleared five (5) unknown IEDs during clearing operations. Three Detained with Explosives in Khushi http://www.khaama.com/haqqani-network-terrorists-involved-in-major-attacks-arrested-inlogar-01111 On 30 May, in Sara Ghonda village, Khushi district, Logar province, the National Directorate of Security (NDS) detained three (3) Haqqani Network (HQN) militants with unknown explosives and other war materials in their possession. IED Wounded 12 in Paktika http://www.pajhwok.com/en/2016/05/30/bomb-berry-tree-wounds-12-paktika On 30 May, in Batikhel district (unofficial), Paktika province, an unknown IED planted on a berry tree in the district’s bazaar detonated when a policeman exited a shop and went near the tree, wounding 12, the policeman, his father and 10 other civilians. Suicide Bomber Detained in Baghlan http://www.tolonews.com/en/afghanistan/25576-baghlan-nds-arrests-teenage-suicidebomber-suspect On 31 May, in Baghlan province, National Directorate of Security (NDS) detained a suspected teenage suicide bomber before he could reach his target. IED Interdicted in Safa http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22948-three-mine-planters-killed.html On 31 May, in Safa city, Tarnak Wa Jaldak district, Zabul province, security forces interdicted/killed three (3) Taliban insurgents emplacing an unknown IED. PBIED Interdicted in Kandahar http://www.khaama.com/boy-14-paid-20000-pakistani-rupees-for-suicide-attack-arrested-inkandahar-01125 On 31 May, Kandahar province, security forces interdicted/detained a young PBIED before he could target the Maiwand district police chief or the district administrative chief. IED Killed Three, Wounded Nine in Khogyani http://www.pajhwok.com/en/2016/06/01/alp-commander-among-3-killed-nangarhar-explosion 30 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE http://www.thefrontierpost.com/article/391880/alp-commander-among-three-killed-innangarhar-explosion/ On 31 May, in Khogyani district, Nangarhar province, an unknown IED placed in an Afghan Local Police (ALP) commander’s vehicle at a police checkpost detonated, killing three (3) people, including the ALP commander, and wounding nine (9) others. IEDs Found and Cleared in Badpash http://www.khaama.com/taliban-suicide-attacks-organizer-killed-in-laghman-province-01121 On 31 May, in Shaitan Gum Shaidan village, Badpash district, Laghman province, NDS operatives found and cleared an undisclosed number of unknown IEDs (mines), an undisclosed amount of unknown explosives, and other war materials during an operation. Additionally, NDS killed four (4) Taliban members, including Mullah Abdul Saboor, Commander and Mullah Allah Gul. Complex Attack Killed Four, Wounded One in Ghazni http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-06/01/c_135404432.htm http://english.sina.com/news/2016-06-01/doc-ifxsqyku0181262.shtml On 1 June, in Ghazni city, Ghazni district, Ghazni province, a group of “suicide attackers,” targeting a provincial court, led a complex attack, killing four (4) people and wounding one (1) judge. IED Killed One, Wounded Two in Sholgara http://bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22999-road-side-mine-blast-martyrs-police-chiefof-sholgara.html http://www.kabultribune.com/index.php/2016/06/01/road-side-mine-blast-martyrs-policechief-of-sholgara/ On 1 June, Sholgara district, Balkh province, an unknown roadside IED detonated when the district police chief’s vehicle hit it, killing him and wounding two (2) of his guards. Two IED Emplacers Detained in Narkh http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/22997-taliban-notorious-commanderkilled-in-maidan/wardak.html On 1 June, Narkh district, Maidan Wardak province, Afghan National Police (ANP) detained two (2) Taliban IED emplacers, a 30kg barrel packed with explosive materials, and a Kalashnikov. 31 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IEDs Killed Two, Wounded 9 in Shahrak and Deh Rawod http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/23005-11-civilians-kills-wounds-in-roadside-mine-blasts.html On 2 June, in Shahrak district, Ghor province, an unknown roadside IED (mine) detonated, killing two (2) civilians and wounding five (5) others. No one or group has to claim responsibility for the attack. On 2 June, in Deh Rawod district, Urozgan province, an unknown roadside IED (mine) detonated, wounding four (4) civilians. No one or group has yet to claim responsibility for the attack. 2 Killed - 16 injured In Eastern Afghan Blast http://www.china.org.cn/world/2016-06/02/content_38590420.htm On 2 June, An Improvised Explosive Device was detonated in Alishing district bazaar at around midday. The blast caused two civilians killed and 16 others wounded. IED Killed Four, Wounded Nine in Khugiyani http://www.thenews.com.pk/print/124956-Police-official-Pakistani-among-four-killed-inAfghanistan-blast On 3 June, in Khugiyani district, Nangarhar province, a Taliban emplaced VBIED detonated, killing four (4) persons (including a police commander) and wounding nine (9) others. Three PBIEDs Killed Seven, Wounded 23 in Pul i Alim http://www.khaama.com/coordinated-suicide-attack-reported-on-logar-appellate-court-01168 On 5 June, in Pul i Alim, Logar province, three (3) Taliban PBIEDs detonated, killing seven (7) people including the head of the Logar appellate court and wounding 23 others. IED Killed One, Wounded 11 in Kabul http://www.china.org.cn/world/Off_the_Wire/2016-06/05/content_38607909.htm On 5 June, in Kabul, Kabul province, an unknown IED targeting an Afghan lawmaker detonated, killing Shir Wali Wardak (a member of the Afghan parliament) and wounding 11 others. IED Killed MP Member in Kabul http://thekabultimes.gov.af/index.php/newsnational/10815-mp-sher-wali-wardak-killed-inkabul-explosion.html 32 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 6 June, in the 5th police district, Kabul city, an unknown IED emplaced in an electricity box detonated, killing one (1) civilian, Member of Parlaimant (MP) Sher Wali Wardak, brother of Farooq Wardak (former Minister of Education). No group has claimed responsibility. Premature Blast Kills 6 Afghan Militants http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-06/08/c_135422559.htm On 8 June, up to six Taliban militants were killed as their explosive device went off prematurely in the northern Jauzjan province with Shiberghan as its capital 390 km north of Kabul. Two IEDs Found and Cleared in Nangarhar http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/23119-blasts-prevented-in-nangarhar.html On 9 June, in Rodat and Kot districts, Nangarhar province, security forces found and cleared two (2) unknown IEDs (one in each district), believed to have been emplaced by Taliban militants during the Ramadan month. Explosives Found and Cleared in Greshk http://www.khaama.com/taliban-leader-omran-killed-with-27-fighters-in-helmand-raids-01213 On 9 June, in Greshk district, Helmand province, joint forces found and cleared unknown explosives and weapons during an operation. Additionally, forces killed 28 Taliban fighters, including Commander Omran. VBIED Killed Four, Wounded Three in Kabul http://www.khaama.com/terrorist-involved-in-major-attacks-arrested-from-kabul-emergencyhospital-01214 On 9 June, in Kabul city, a VBIED (bicycle) prematurely detonated, killing four (4) civilians and wounding two (2) others and the Taliban terrorist, identified as Abdullah, who was emplacing the IED into the bicycle. Abdullah was detained after being admitted to the Kabul Emergency Hospital. Suicide Bomber Detained in Kunduz http://www.khaama.com/would-be-suicide-bomber-identified-as-dr-mohammad-qasimarrested-in-kunduz-01215 On 9 June, in Kunduz province, security forces detained a would-be suicide bomber, identified as Dr. Mohammad Qasim, in possession of a suicide vest, some weapons and unknown explosives. 33 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE 3 Killed - 55 Injured In Eastern Afghan Mosque Blast http://www.efe.com/efe/english/portada/3-killed-55-wounded-in-explosion-at-afghanmosque/50000260-2952387 On 10 June, at least three people died and 55 others were wounded when a bomb exploded at a mosque in the eastern Afghan province of Nangarhar, where a large crowd of worshipers had gathered to pray on the first Friday of Ramadan. IED Killed Three, Wounded 40 in Rodat http://www.pajhwok.com/en/2016/06/10/3-dead-over-78-injured-nangarhar-mosque-blast On 10 June, in Mazina, Rodat district, eastern Nangarhar province, an unknown IED detonated in the mihrab section of a mosque, killing three (3) people and wounding over 40 others. Explosives Found and Cleared in Qaysar http://www.khaama.com/taliban-commander-qari-ahmad-among-15-dead-in-afghan-air-forceraid-01223 On 11 June, in various villages, Qaysar district, Faryab province, security forces found and cleared an unknown amount of unknown explosives during security operations. SVBIED Interdicted in Aibak http://www.khaama.com/afghan-intelligence-thwart-suicide-attack-plot-in-aibak-city-01230 On 12 June, in the provincial capital city of Aibak, northern Samangan province, the National Directorate of Security (NDS) interdicted/detained a Taliban SVBIED (suicide bomber on motorcycle packed with explosives) enroute to an unidentified, but busy part of Aibak. VBIED Prematurely Detonated in Kot http://www.pajhwok.com/en/2016/06/12/2-rebel-bomb-experts-fall-prey-own-explosives On 12 June, in Gargatai, Kot district, eastern Nangarhar province, a VBIED prematurely detonated, killing two (2) militants emplacing the explosive device. 10 IEDs Found and Cleared in Manogai http://www.kabultribune.com/index.php/2016/06/12/mines-discovered-from-talibans-cachein-kunar/ On 12 June, in Lechkam village, Manogai (aka Darah ye Pech) district, Kunar province, Afghan National Army (ANA) forces found and cleared a cache containing 10 unknown IEDs (mines), property of the Taliban. 34 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE 21 IEDs Found and Cleared in Maiwand http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/23205-6-insurgents-killed-in-ansfoperation.html On 13 June, in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) found and cleared 21 unknown IEDs (10 barrel mines and 11 various mines), a sack of explosives, and other materials of war during cleansing operation Ghalib. Additionally, six (6) insurgents, including their commander, Mullah Jabbar, were killed during this operation. Key Haqqani Network Terrorist Arrested and 80 Kg Explosives Seized in Logar province https://www.khaama.com/key-haqqani-network-terrorist-arrested-in-logar-province-01257 On 14 June, a key Haqqani Network terrorist has been arrested during an operation by the Afghan intelligence operatives in central Logar province of Afghanistan. The Afghan intelligence operatives confiscated 80 kg of explosives. 37 RCIEDs Found and Cleared in Various Provinces http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/23221-30-armed-insurgents-killed-in-thecountry.html On 14 June, in Ghor, Jowzjan, Baghlan, and Kunduz provinces, ANSF found and cleared 37 RCIEDs and other materials of war during a series of clearing operations. Additionally, ANSF killed 30 insurgents, wounded another 37, and detained 27 more during these operations. Explosives Found and Cleared in Manogai http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/23201-insurgents%E2%80%99-explosivematerial-depot-discovere On 14 June, in Lechama village, Manogai (aka Darah ye Pech) district, Kunar province, the Afghan National Army (ANA) found and cleared a depot of unknown explosive material hidden in a cave. 49 IEDs Found and Cleared in Southern Afghanistan http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-06/15/c_135439221.htm On 15 June, in Shahjoy district, Zabul province and Dihrawud district, Uruzgan province, Afghan National Army (ANA) engineering teams found and cleared 49 unknown IEDs and detained one (1) terrorist, Mir Kalam. 35 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Five IEDs Found and Cleared in Nangarhar http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/23229-taliban-bombing-plans-thwarted-innangarhar.html On 15 June, in Nangarhar province, Afghan security forces found and cleared five (5) unknown IEDs (mines) in Achin, Surkh Rod, Rodat and Bati Kot districts. No group has claimed responsibility. Cache Found and Cleared, Eight Detained in Jalalabad http://www.khaama.com/coordinated-suicide-attack-foiled-in-jalalabad-city-8-suspectsarrested-01272 On 16 June, in Jalalabad district, Nangarhar province, the National Directorate of Security (NDS) found and cleared a Taliban cache consisting of one (1) unknown IED, two (2) Ak-47s, two (2) pistols, and two (2) hand grenades in connection with a coordinated suicide attack plot in Jalalabad. Eight (8) Taliban militants were also detained in connection to the attack plot. IED Killed One, Wounded Nine in Deh Rahwod http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-06/17/c_135445317.htm On 17 June, in Deh Rahwod district, Uruzgan province, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing one (1) person and wounding nine (9) others (some in critical condition). PBIED Interdicted in Kot http://www.pajhwok.com/en/2016/06/17/would-be-suicide-bomber-gunned-down-nangarhar On 17 June, in Kot district, Nangarhar province, security forces interdicted/killed a PBIED attempting to target Afghan Local Police (ALP). SVBIED Interdicted in Andar http://www.khaama.com/police-killed-would-be-suicide-bomber-in-ghazni-province-01287 On 18 June, in Shakhook village, Andar district, Ghazni province, police forces interdicted/killed an SVBIED (suicide bomber on motorcycle packed with explosives) before he could detonate the explosives. PBIED Interdicted in Logar http://www.khaama.com/police-killed-would-be-suicide-bomber-in-ghazni-province-01287 On 18 June, in central Logar province, security forces interdicted/killed a PBIED before he could detonate explosives. No other information was provided. 36 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Ten IEDs Found and Cleared in Dahana i Ghori http://www.khaama.com/taliban-suffer-heavy-casualties-in-baghlan-raids-21-killed-20wounded-01286 On 18 June, in Surkh Kotal, Dahana i Ghori district, Baghlan province, security forces found and cleared ten (10) Taliban emplaced unknown IEDs during combat operations. PBIED Interdicted in Bati Kot http://www.bakhtarnews.com.af/eng/security/item/23280-suicide-attacker-killed-beforeblown-up-himself.html On 19 June, in Bati Kot district, Nangarhar province, Afghan security forces interdicted/killed a PBIED before he could attack Afghan Local Police (ALP). BANGLADESH BANGLADESH – IED Wounded One in Satkhira http://www.dhakatribune.com/crime/2016/may/24/bomb-blast-inside-satkhira-house-injures- girl On 24 May, in Tuardanga, Satkhira district, Khulna division, an unknown IED hidden inside a home detonated when a girl accidentally came in contact with it, wounding her. IED Wounded Four in Ashulia http://en.prothom-alo.com/bangladesh/news/107117/Bomb-blasts-injure-five-in-Savar On 6 June, in Ashulia, Savar upazila (sub-district), Dhaka district, Dhaka division, three (3) miscreants riding a motorcycle threw an unknown IED (crude bomb) in front of the Sumiya Hotel and Restaurant, wounding four (4) teenage restaurant employees. IED Wounded One in Hemayetpur http://en.prothom-alo.com/bangladesh/news/107117/Bomb-blasts-injure-five-in-Savar On 6 June, in Harindhora, Hemayetpur, Savar upazila (sub-district), Dhaka district, Dhaka division, miscreants detonated an unknown IED (crude bomb), wounding one (1) schoolboy. 37 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE CHINA IED Wounded Four in Shanghai http://edition.cnn.com/2016/06/12/asia/shanghai-airport-explosion/index.html On 12 June, in Pudong Airport, Shanghai municipality, an unknown IED (explosive inside beer bottle) was thrown and detonated in front of the check-in counters, wounding four (4) people. After the explosive device was thrown, the assailant took out a knife and slit his own throat in an attempted suicide. INDIA Bunker Found and Cleared in Palamu http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=5/22/2016&id=3#3 On 21 May, in Palamu district, Jharkhand province, local police and paramilitary forces found and cleared a Maoist emplaced bunker consisting of 50kg of codex wire and other explosive material during clearing operations. IED Found and Cleared in Kanker http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=5/22/2016&id=2#2 On 21 May, in Kanker district, Chhattisgarh state, Security Force (SF) personnel found and cleared one (1) Maoist emplaced unknown IED (cooker) during clearing operations. IED Found and Cleared in Banke Bazar http://news.webindia123.com/news/articles/India/20160522/2866261.html On 22 May, in Banke Bazar, Gaya district, Bihar state, local police found and cleared a Maoist emplaced unknown IED (4kg) targeting a polling booth in Latua Middle School. 13 IEDs Found and Cleared in Motipur http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/patna/13-bombs-recovered-inMuzaffarpur/articleshow/52380057.cms On 22 May, thirteen live bombs were recovered from Barji village under the Motipur police station in Muzaffarpur district. The bombs were hidden in a bush in an open field. 38 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE 59 IEDs Found and Cleared in Latehar http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/59-tiffin-bombs-recovered-inJharkhand/articleshow/52388818.cms On 22 May, a total of 59 “tiffin bombs” planted by Maoist guerrillas were recovered during a search operation in Jharkhand’s Latehar district. The bombs were found buried underground in Bikra forest by a joint search team of the state police and para-military forces. Four IEDs Found and Cleared in Aurangabad http://www.mid-day.com/articles/4-gelatin-sticks-found-in-rly-station-premises-inaurangabad/17263196 On 23 May, in Aurangabad district, Maharashtra state, Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) personnel found and cleared four (4) unknown IEDs (gelatin sticks) close to the railway station. IED Wounded One in Biridi http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/Bomb-blast-for-extortion-injures-womanlabourer/2016/05/24/article3448405.ece On 23 May, in Nuapari Khaliapur village, Biridi tehsil, Jagatsinghpur district, Odisha state, an unknown IED detonated near Machgaon canal, wounding one (1) laborer working on the bridge over the canal. 3 Cops Hurt In Crude Bomb Blast http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kolkata/3-cops-hurt-in-crude-bombblast/articleshow/52431848.cms On 25 May, three officers of Sonarpur police station were injured while carrying out a raid in Kantipota. A Cop hit a crude bomb lying on the roadside while chasing away a few miscreants. IED Wounded Eight in Kurukshetra http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/blast-in-haryana-roadways-bus-inkurukshetra-district-12-passengers-hurt-2820732/ http://www.firstpost.com/india/blast-in-haryana-state-transport-bus-in-sonepat-injures-12passengers-2800546.html On 26 May, near Pipli, Kurukshetra district, Haryana state, an unknown IED detonated in a bus, wounding at least eight (8) people, including the driver who managed to stop the bus. Police found and cleared a bag with a 12-volt battery, which was used in two (2) similar IEDs that detonated in empty trains in Panipat earlier this year. 39 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Found and Cleared in Tinsukia http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=5/28/2016&id=8#8 On 27 May, in Tinsukia district, Assam state, local police found and cleared an unknown IED emplaced under a bridge. IED Found and Cleared in Churachanpur http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=5/28/2016&id=9#9 On 27 May, in Vanghoiphai village, Churachanpur district, Manipur state, Assam Rifles (AR) troops found and cleared an unknown roadside IED. Explosives Cache Found and Cleared in Imphal West http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=5/28/2016&id=9#9 On 27 May, in Imphal West district, Manipur state, a joint team of local police commandos and AR troops detained three (3) militants and found and cleared a cache containing four (4) C4 explosive cakes, one (1) unknown IED fitted in a pipe, one (1) mobile phone, batteries, wires, and a pistol with five (5) live rounds. One (1) of the detained is a ‘general secretary’ of Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC) and the two (2) others are cadres of the Progressive faction of the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangliepak (PREPAK-Pro). IED Wounded Nine in Basirhat http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kolkata/Bombs-blast-in-TMC-rally-kidshurt/articleshow/52484267.cms http://www.india.com/news/india/nine-injured-in-blast-in-trinamool-victory-rally-1220103/ On 28 May, in Basirhat municipality, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal state, a Communist Party of India (CPM) unknown IED (crude) detonated during a Trinamool procession, wounding nine (9) civilians. Cache Found and Cleared in Latehar http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=5/28/2016&id=7#7 On 28 May, in Latehar district, Jharkhand province, a joint military and state police force found and cleared a cache consisting of 250 hand grenades, 300 gelatin sticks, other explosives, 577 iron pipes, and 183 live cartridges during a search operation. 40 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Factory Found and Cleared in Kidderpore Port http://www.news18.com/news/india/kolkata-police-unearths-bomb-manufacturing-unit-onearrested-1249739.html On 30 May, in Kidderpore Port, Kolkata city, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal state, Kolkata police found and cleared gunpowder, other unknown explosives, and IED components in a suspected IED factory. Additionally, police have detained three (3) suspects for interrogation. Five IEDs Found and Cleared in Chandel http://www.newkerala.com/news/2016/fullnews-71189.html On 1 June, in Phailangzan village, Chandel district, Manipur province, army elements found and cleared five (5) unknown IEDs during combing operations along the border with Myanmar. 5 Bombs Seized In Manipur https://www.yahoo.com/news/five-bombs-seized-manipur-no-arrest-made-171212566.html On 1 June, the Indian Army on Wednesday seized five powerful bombs from Chandel district in Manipur during combing operations in villages along the 398-km Indian border in Manipur with Myanmar. Bengal Building Collapses After Crude Bomb Blast http://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/Bengal-building-collapses-after-crude-bombblast/2016/06/02/article3463022.ece On 2 June, a non-operational Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) building in West Bengal's Birbhum district collapsed after a crude bomb blast. Suspected IED Bomb Blast In Madurai http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil_nadu/Blast-again-in-Madurai-nocasualty/2016/06/04/article3466194.ece On 3 June, a low-intensity bomb blast near Yanaikkal bridge here damaged a lorry late. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. Police recovered two 9 volt batteries, one 1.5 volt battery and 50 gram of burned jute from the spot. 14 IEDs Wounded Three in Kolkata http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kolkata/Bomb-attack-stalls-eviction-drive-at-rly-stnnear-Kolkata/articleshow/52597228.cms 41 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 4 June, in Kolkata district, West Bengal state, at least 14 unknown IEDs (thrown) detonated, wounding three (3) railway officials during a major protest by the Trinamool and Indian National Trinamool Trade Union Congress (INTTUC). Complex Attack Killed 24 in Mathura and Explosives Cache Found and Cleared http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/large-amount-of-explosives-found-from-jawahar-bagh-police1415597 On 5 June, in Jawahar Bagh, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh state, Ram Virksh Yadav cult members clashed with police and detonated an unknown number of unknown IEDs (cylinders), killing 24 people (including two (2) policemen). On 5 June, in Jawahar Bagh, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh state, security forces found a cache consisting of 5kg of sulphur, 2.5kg of gun powered, 1kg potash, 500g of small iron balls, and an electronic plate during a search operation. Explosion Wounded Four in Sonamarg http://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/4-labourers-injured-in-explosion-near-underconstruction-bridge-in-Sonamarg/2016/06/06/article3469029.ece On 6 June, in Sonamarg hill station (higher elevation town), Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir state, an unknown explosion wounded four laborers near an under-construction bridge close to the signal centre of Army’s High Altitude Warfare School (HAWS). Blast In Haryana Bus Injures 2 http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/haryana-blast-reported-in-a-businjured/ On 7 June, a couple suffered burn injuries in an explosion in a private bus in Fatehabad district. A sulphur-like substance was kept in a small bottle in a bag under a seat in the bus. The bottle exploded owing to heat. Powerful IEDs Recovered In Kondagaon District http://www.dailypioneer.com/state-editions/raipur/powerful-ieds-recovered-in-kondagaondistrict.html On 8 June, two powerful IEDs, allegedly planted by Maoists militants to target security personnel, were recovered separately in Chhattisgarh's Kondagaon district. An Improvised Explosive Device (IED), weighing around 30 kg, was unearthed by a team of District Reserve Group (DRG) from a dirt track in the dense forests under Keshkal police station limits. 42 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Suspected Time Bomb Found At Meja Railway Station In Allahabad http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/suspected-time-bomb-found-at-meja-railwaystation/1/687708.html On 9 June, a suspected time bomb was found at the Meja railway station in Allahabad division. The bomb was found under the foot overbridge at the Meja railway station. Initial reports suggested that it was a crudely put together time bomb with cross-connected wires to a clock. IED Wounded Two in Kaitheri http://news.webindia123.com/news/articles/India/20160611/2880707.html On 10 June, in Kaitheri, Koothumparamba municipality, Kannur district, Kerala state, unidentified persons threw an unknown number of unknown IEDs at the home of a Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader, wounding two (2) people. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders blame the Communist Party of India (Marxist) – CPI (M) for the attack. Cache Found and Cleared, Two Detained in Bastar http://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/current-affairs/120616/two-naxals-arrested-in-bastarcache-of-explosives-seized.html On 12 June, in Bastar district, Chhattisgarh state, District Reserve Group (DRG) personnel found and cleared a cache of explosives consisting of an unknown IED (5kg tiffin bomb) and seven (7) gelatin sticks, wire, and other materials and detained two (2) Naxals during search operations. IED Wounded One Civilian in Kollam http://www.india.com/news/india/one-injured-as-bomb-explodes-in-court-complex-1261475/ On 15 June, in Kollam, southern Kerala state, an unknown IED (steel pipe bomb) detonated under a parked jeep belonging to the State Labor Department in a court complex, wounding one (1) civilian who was there in connection with a case. Additionally, police found and cleared gelatin sticks, 17 batteries, and fuse materials from the jeep. IED Detonated in Moirang http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/bomb-attack-at-prof-s-residence116061601048_1.html On 16 June, in Moirang, Bishnupur district, Manipur state, an unknown IED thrown at the residence of assistant professor M. Jugindro of Moirang College detonated, with no casualties and partly damaged the house. 43 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Explosives Found and Cleared in Waithou http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=6/18/2016&id=6#6 On 18 June, in Waithou, Thoubal District, Manipur province, Security Forces (SF) found and cleared unknown explosives in a bag. VOIED Found and Cleared in Machilipatnam http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra_pradesh/Mining-mafias-hand-suspected-inbomb-planted-in-Supreme-Court-lawyers-house/2016/06/19/article3490128.ece On 18 June, in Machilipatnam, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh state, police found and cleared an unknown VOIED (camera flash) at a primary healthcare center (PHC). The explosive device was suspected to have been emplaced by Supreme Court advocate Vikas Bansode opponents. IED Killed One, Wounded Two in Aurangabad http://www.aninews.in/newsdetail2/story268797/bihar-crpf-jawan-killed-two-injured-in-iedblast-in-aurangabad.html On 19 June, in Ganjoi Pahar, Aurangabad district, Maharashtra state, a Naxal emplaced unknown IED detonated in a jungle, killing a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan and wounding two (2) others. IED Wounded One in Gangaloor http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/raipur/Jawan-injured-in-IED-blast-in-Bijapurdist/articleshow/52817836.cms On 19 June, in Gangaloor, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh state, a Naxal emplaced unknown IED detonated near a police station, wounding a CRPF jawan. INDONESIA 2nd Hoax Bomb Found In Poso http://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2016/05/28/second-hoax-bomb-found-in-poso.html On 27 May, local residents found the suspicious package with attached wires and wrapped in a plastic bag, on the sidewalk of Jl. Pulau Buru in Poso. 44 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IRAQ IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Tarmiya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/96957-AYObyomAD-NPZHAB.-9-LDlnnl-BAlJvAEIBN.-lAYOJ.-Jn-jzhAs-AkZAELn.-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 21 May, in Tarmiya district, northern Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated at a popular market, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. Nine PBIEDs Interdicted in Fallujah http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/96955-PGBAZ-mvNL-IkO-BiDAD-Bjbk-9-AlbGAEnnlLl-DAIyo.html On 21 May, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) interdicted/killed nine (9) Ad-Dawlah Al-Islamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) PBIEDs upon acting on information from hawks (falcon) intelligence cell. The suicide bombers were planning to attack Baghdad. IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Nahrawan http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/96974-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-9-LDlnnl-BPlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 21 May, in Nahrawan, Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular soccer field, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. PBIED Killed 10, Wounded 15 in Dujail http://almaalomah.info/2016/05/21/safity/51297 http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-05/21/c_135377922.htm On 21 May, in al Zahra, Dujail district, southern Salah ad Din province, a suicide bomber detonated his explosive belt at a popular market in Dujail, killing 10 people and wounding 15 others. IED Killed One, Wounded Four in Zafraniya http://almaalomah.info/2016/05/21/safity/51311 On 21 May, in Zafraniya, Karadah district, southeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding four (4) others. VBIED Factory Found and Cleared in Mosul http://ninanews.net/News_Details.aspx?%252fmFW%252b0eZBNB49gFAxJcnHw%253d%253d 45 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 21 May, in eastern Mosul district, Nineveh province, coalition aircraft found and cleared/destroyed a DAISH VBIED factory, an unknown number of homemade rockets, and other war materials during security operations. 2 ISIS Suicide Bombers Killed in Anbar http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/2-isis-suicide-bombers-killed-trying-sneak-sekak-areahaditha/ On 21 May, a security force managed to kill two ISIS suicide bombers while trying to sneak into al-Sekak area in Haditha District. The two ISIS suicide bombers wearing explosive belts managed. IED Factory Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/official-journalists-announce-destroying-ieds-laboratoryfallujah-dozens-terrorists-killed/ http://alghadpress.com/ar/news/55905/طائ رات-ال ـF16-ال عراق ية-ت دمر-معامل-ت فخ يخ-وم قرات-مهمةل داعش-ف ي-ال ف لوجة On 22 May, in Fallujah, al Anbar province, the Iraqi F16 fighter jets destroyed a laboratory for manufacturing improvised explosive devices and killed dozens of ISIS members in Fallujah District. IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Al Rashid http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/96989-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-9-LDlnnl-BPlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 22 May, in al Rashid district, southern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. VBIED, Explosives Found and Cleared in Baghdad http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/96990-ILknAb-BiDAD-bIkl-Il-Ljbk-NAZHABة-38AEmABnA-zhLl-jAZI-ILknAbmA.html On 22 May, in various districts of Baghdad, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) found and cleared one (1) VBIED, one (1) explosive belt, and an unknown amount of explosive material. Additionally, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) killed 38 terrorists during combat operations. VBIED Found and Cleared in Abu Ghraib http://alghadpress.com/ar/news/55886/ت ف ك يك-دراجة-ن اري ة-م فخخة-ف ي-اب و-غري ب On 22 May, in Abu Ghraib district, western Baghdad, ISF found and cleared a VBIED (motorcycle). 46 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Five PBIEDs Neutralized, Four Militia Wounded in Rutbah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-kill-5-isis-militants-clashes-rutba-saysmayor-distrct/ On 22 May, in al Hara neighborhood, Rutbah city, al Anbar province, al Hashed al Sha’bi militia found and cleared/killed five (5) ISIS PBIEDs, targeting security forces. Four (4) militia members were wounded in the attack. IED Killed One, Wounded Five in Yusufiyah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-kills-wounds-6-volunteer-soldiers-southbaghdad/ On 22 May, in Mahmudiya district, Yusufiyah city,south Baghdad province, an unknown IED targeting an al Hashed al Asha’ri militia patrol detonated, killing one (1) militia member and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Mansour http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/9-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-west-baghdad-2/ On 23 May, in al Iskan, Mansour district, western Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. IED Killed Three, Wounded Seven in Abu Ghraib http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/10-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-west-baghdad-3-3/ On 23 May, in Haswa district, Abu Ghraib city,) an unknown IED detonated, killing three (3) civilians and wounding seven (7) others. 17 IEDs Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/badr-organization-announces-liberating-2-areasnortheast-fallujah/ On 23 May, in al Harariyat and al Laifiya village, northeast of Fallujah city , al Anbar province, Badr Organization security forces found and cleared 17 unknown IEDs, targeting security forces. IED Factory Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/iraqi-f16-fighter-jets-destroy-explosives-laboratory-kill-8isis-members-north-fallujah/ 47 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 23 May, in the al Sijr area, north of Fallujah city, al Anbar province, an Iraqi airstrike found and cleared an Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) IED laboratory, destroying the laboratory and killing eight (8) ISIS members, including two (2) key Tunisian leaders. Three VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Nuaimiya http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/2-areas-liberated-nuaimiya-village-14-isis-fighters-killedsouth-fallujah/ On 23 May, in Nuaimiya village, Fallujah city, al Anbar province, security forces found and cleared three (3) VBIEDs, killing 14 ISIS fighters during liberation operations. IED Killed Two, Wounded Four in Baghdad http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97061-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-6-vlND-BPlJvAE-IBNةlAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 23 May, in Arab Jabour, southern Baghdad, an unknown IED targeting an Iraqi army patrol detonated, killing two (2) soldiers and wounding four (4) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Six in Al Za’faraniya http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/8-casualties-bomb-blast-near-popular-restaurantsoutheast-baghdad/ On 24 May, in al Za’faraniya district, Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated near a popular restaurant, killing two (2) civilians and wounding six (6) others. Four VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/federal-police-chief-security-forces-advance-toward-eastfallujah-3-axes/ On 24 May, in Fallujah, al Anbar province, security forces found and cleared four (4) ISIS VBIEDs, additionally 10 ISIS fighters were killed in the operation. 37 IEDs Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/iraqi-security-forces-dismantle-37-ieds-eastern-fallujah/ http://en.farsnews.com/newstext.aspx?nn=13950306000781 On 24 May, in the villages of Albu Ouda and Jamila, Fallujah, al Anbar province, security forces found and cleared 37 unknown ISIS emplaced IEDs. 48 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IRAQ - Peshmerga Forces Kill Suicide Bomber http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/peshmerga-forces-kill-suicide-bomber-trying-targetturkish-forces-bashiqa-mountain/ On 24 May. the Peshmerga forces killed a suicide bomber who tried to target the Turkish forces in Bashiqa. IED Wounded One in Nissan On 24 May, in Mashtal, Nissan district, eastern Baghdad, an unknown IED placed inside a Health Ministry employee’s vehicle detonated, wounding the employee. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Rashid On 24 May, in Alkrgola village, Rashid district, southern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated, killing two (2) civilians and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Dora http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/8-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-south-baghdad-2-5/ On 25 May, in Abu Deshir, Dora district, southern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. PBIED Interdicted in Kadhimiya On 25 May, in Kadhimiya, northern Baghdad, security forces interdicted/detained a PBIED attempting to enter the city. IEDs Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/alsjr-area-liberated-north-fallujah-iraqi-flag-raisedbuildings/ On 25 May, in al Sijar, Fallujah, al Anbar province, security forces dismantled an undisclosed number of unknown IEDs in booby-trapped houses, killing 14 Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militants during a successful operation. IED Detonated in Kut http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=70800 On 25 May, in Kut district, Wasit province, an unknown IED placed in the unfinished home of a provincial police officer detonated, with no casualties. 49 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed One, Wounded Four in Saidiya On 25 May, in Saidiya, southeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a market, killing one (1) civilian and wounding four (4) others. IED Wounded Five Civilians in Bayaa http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97155-PZHABة-5-LDlnnl-BAlJvAE-lAYOJةvlNBn-BiDAD.html On 26 May, in Bayaa, western Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated, injuring five (5) civilians. IED Killed Two, Wounded Four in Al Mashahda http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/6-policemen-including-officer-killed-wounded-bomb-blastnorth-baghdad/ On 26 May, in al Mashahda, northern Baghdad, a bomb exploded on a police patrol while passing in al-Mashahda vicinity in northern Baghdad, killing two of its occupants, including an officer, as well as wounding four others and causing material damage to the vehicle. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Sabaa Al Bour http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/8-people-killed-wounded-bomb-north-baghdad/ On 26 May, in Sabaa al Bour, northern Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated near industrial shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Bakri http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97154-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-8-LDlnnlBAlJvAE-lAYOJة-iEBn-BiDAD.html On 26 May, in Bakri, western Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilain and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Four in Tarmiyah http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97137-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-6-Ll-AJEADAkyoEZة-BAlJvAE-IBNة-lAYOJة-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 26 May, in Tarmiyah, northern Baghdad province, an unknown IED targeting a police patrol detonated, killing two (2) police and wounding four (4) others. IED Wounded One Militiaman Northeast of Baqubah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-wounds-member-al-hashd-al-shaabinortheast-baqubah/ 50 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 26 May, 56 km northeast of Baqubah, Diyala province, an unknown IED detonated on Nasimi road, wounding one (1) al Hashd al Shaabi militia member. VBIED Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.defense.gov/News-Article-View/Article/783812/coalition-strikes-hit-isil-terroristsin-iraq-syria On 26 May, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, coalition aircraft found and cleared/destroyed one (1) Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) VBIED. IEDs Found and Cleared in Al Karma http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-control-al-karma-district-fully/ On 26 May, in al Karma, eastern Fallujah district, al Anbar province, joint security forces found and cleared an undisclosed number of unknown IEDs and booby-trapped buildings. IED Killed Two, Wounded Seven in Madain http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97179-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-9-LDlnnlBPlJvAE-IBNة-lAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-kills-injures-10-people-al-madaan-districtsouth-baghdad/ On 26 May, in Madain district, southern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a cafe, killing two (2) civilians and wounding seven (7) others. VBIED Found and Cleared in Albu Shejel http://www.mawazin.net/ف ك يك ت-م فخخة-وت دم ير-اخرى-وق تل-ق يادات-ل داعش-ف ي-ال كرمة-وال بو- شجل On 27 May, in Albu Shejel, Fallujah district, al Anbar province, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) found and cleared an Ad-Dawlah Al-Islamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) VBIED (dump truck). IED Wounded One in Rashdiya http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/car-bomb-blast-wounds-civilian-al-rashdiya-area-northbaghdad/ On 27 May, in Rashdiya, Adhamiyah district, northern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated, wounding one (1) civilian. 51 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Four PBIEDs, Two VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-destroy-isis-communications-center-northfallujah/ On 27 May, in al Sajar, northern Fallujah district, al Anbar province, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) found and cleared four (4) Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) PBIEDs and two VBIEDs during combat operations. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Amin http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97162-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-7-LDlnnl-BAlJvAElAYOJة-yoEjn-BiDAD.html On 27 May, in Amin, 9 Nissan district, eastern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) civilians and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Seven in Abu Ghraib http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97163-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-9-LDlnnl-BAlJvAElAYOJة-iEBn-BiDAD.html On 27 May, in Abu Ghraib district, western Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding seven (7) others. PBIED Interdicted in Kadhimiya http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3612551/The-ultimate-trophy-picture-Hero-policeofficer-finds-time-smile-camera-stopping-ISIS-SUICIDE-BOMBER-blowing-Iraqi-checkpoint.html On 27 May, in Kadhimiya district, northern Bagdad, ISF interdicted/detained a PBIED at a police checkpoint. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Al Furat http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=70888 On 27 May, in (Euphrates) al Furat, al Rashid district, western Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) person and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Seven in Northern Baghdad http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/9-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-north-baghdad-7/ On 28 May, in al Husseiniya, 9 Nissan district, northern Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated near a popular market, killing two (2) people and wounding seven (7) others. 52 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed One, Wounded Six in Baghdad http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97213-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-7-LDlnnl-BAlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-vlNB-iEBn-BiDAD.html On 28 May, in southwestern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated in a parking garage, killing one (1) civilian and wounding six (6) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Ghazaliya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97209-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-8-LDlnnl-BAlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-iEBn-BiDAD.html On 28 May, in Ghazaliya, Mansour district, western Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular restaurant, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. 535 IEDs, 20 HBIEDs, VBIED Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97193-Ljbk-AKVE-Ll-100-AEmABnA-NAgkAs-507IASkة-zhLl-jAZI-ILknAb-BiDAD.html On 28 May, northern Fallujah, al Anbar province, ISF found and cleared 535 IEDS, 20 HBIEDs, three (3) IED factories and one (1) VBIED during combat operations. IED Killed One, Wounded Six in Baghdad http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97191-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-7-LDlnnl-BPlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-iEBn-BiDAD.html On 28 May, in western Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding six (6) others. VBIED, Two PBIEDs Interdicted in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-destroy-2-vehicles-south-fallujah/ On 28 May, in al Hasa, southern Fallujah district, al Anbar province, security forces interdicted/destroyed a VBIED, killing two (2) PBIEDs who were inside of the vehicle. VBIED Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/federal-police-controls-fallujah-rapid-road-west-baghdad/ On 28 May, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, security forces found and cleared a VBIED during operations. 53 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Factory, Armored VBIED Found and Cleared in Karma http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/federal-police-controls-fallujah-rapid-road-west-baghdad/ On 28 May, in Karma, northern Fallujah, security forces found and cleared an IED factory and an armored VBIED during operations. IED Killed Two, Wounded Four in Latifiya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97206-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-6-Ll-AkGyoDAkIyoASEn-BAlJvAE-lAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 28 May, in Latifiya, Mahmudiya district, Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing two (2) civilians and wounding four (4) others. IRAQ - 35 Civilians Wounded By ISIS Chlorine Rockets Attack In Southern Nineveh http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/source-35-civilians-wounded-isis-chlorine-rockets-attacksouthern-nineveh/ http://en.abna24.com/service/middle-east-west-asia/archive/2016/05/29/756972/story.html On 28 May, ISIS attacked Kahrez village in Zamar vicinity (45 km south of Nineveh) with more than ten rockets containing chlorine gas, wounding 35 civilians, mostly women and children. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Al Sahaa http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97248-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-9-LDlnnl-BAlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 29 May, in al Sahaa, al Rashid district, southern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Karadah http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97229-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-8-LDlnnl-BPlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-vlNBn-yoEj-BiDAD.html On 29 May, in Bismayah, Karadah district, southeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Five in Baghdad Al Jadida http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97242-ayobyomad-npzhabة-6-ldlnnl-baljvae-kazhjةyoejn-bidad.html On 29 May, in Baghdad al Jadida, 9 Nissan district, eastern Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to a Kia bus detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding five (5) others. 54 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Wounded Two in Yusifiyah http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97241-PZHABة-LDlnnl-AVlnl-BvENG-BAlJvAE-lAYOJةvlNBn-BiDAD.html http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-wounds-two-civilians-al-yusufiyah-southbaghdad/ On 29 May, Yusifiyah, Mahmudiyah district, Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated, wounding two (2) civilians. IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Shaab http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97251-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-9-LDlnnl-BAlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 29 May, in Shaab, Adhamiyah district, northern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular cafe, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. PBIED Killed Five, Wounded 25 in Muqdadiya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97250-yoEZة-DnAkO-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-30LDlnA-BbJvnE-PlbGAEn-NYOZ-AkLjDADnة.html On 29 May, in Muqdadiya district, Diyala province, a PBIED detonated, killing five (5) civilians and wounding 25 others. 1 Dead - 5 Wounded In Bomb Blast Southwest Of Baghdad http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/1-dead-5-wounded-bomb-blast-southwest-baghdad/ On 29 May, an explosive device went off near a parking garage in the area of al-Dawanem, southwest of Baghdad, resulting in the death of one person and wounding five others. 6 Members Af Al Hashed Al Shaabi Killed Wounded In Bomb Blast In Southern Baghdad http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/6-al-hashed-al-shaabi-members-killed-wounded-bombblast-south-baghdad-3/ On 29 May, a bomb exploded on a civilian car carrying members of al-Hashed al-Shaabi in Latifiya vicinity in Mahmudiya District in southern Baghdad, killing two members and wounding four others. VBIED Killed One, Wounded Nine in Sadr City http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/10-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-sadr-city-easternbaghdad/ 55 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 30 May, in Sadr City, northeastern Baghdad, a VBIED (motorcycle) parked near shops detonated, killing one (1) person and wounding nine (9) others. SVBIED Killed 11, Wounded 18 in Shaab http://zeenews.india.com/news/world/car-bomb-kills-11-wounds-18-in-shaab-shiite-district-ofbaghdad-police_1890084.html http://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2016/05/30/car-bomb-kills-11-wounds-18-in-shaabshiite-district-of-baghdad--police/ On 30 May, in Shaab, Adhamiyah district, northern Baghdad, an SVBIED detonated at an army checkpoint near a commercial area, killing 11 (including five (5) civilians and three (3) soldiers) and wounding 18 people. IED Killed One, Wounded One in Ghazaliya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97282-AYObyomAD-LNzJ-Jn-AkbvAEة-NPZHABةlvkm-BAlJvAE-kAZHjة-iEBn-BiDAD.html On 30 May, in Ghazaliya, Mansour district, western Baghdad, an unknown IED attached to a government vehicle detonated, killing an employee of the Ministry of Commerce and wounding his son accompanying him. IED Killed Two, Wounded Nine in Jisr Diyala http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97279-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-11-LDlnA-BAlJvAElAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 30 May, in Hakim, Jisr Diyala, southwestern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular cafe, killing two (2) civilians and wounding nine (9) others. IEDs Found and Cleared in Nuaimiya http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/joint-forces-liberate-nuaimiya-area-south-fallujah/ On 30 May, in Nuaimiya, southern Fallujah district, al Anbar province, Security forces found and cleared an undisclosed number of unknown IEDs and booby-trapped buildings. IED Killed Three, Wounded 10 in Tarmiyah http://www.dailysabah.com/mideast/2016/05/30/baghdad-rocked-by-series-of-bomb-attacks22-killed On 30 May, in Tarmiyah district, northern Baghdad province, an SVBIED detonated outside a police station, killing three (3) people and wounding 10 others. 56 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed Two, Wounded Eight in Yusufiya http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/10-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-south-baghdad-2- 5/ On 31 May, in Yusufiya, southern Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated near a fruit and vegetable market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding eight (8) others. Two PBIEDs Killed Four, Wounded 13 in Sulayman Beg http://www.newkerala.com/news/2016/fullnews-70471.html On 31 May, in Sulayman Beg, Salah ad Din province, two (2) PBIEDs targeting security forces at an entry checkpoint detonated, killing at least four (4) elements and wounding 11 others. The first PBIED was a “come on” to inflict more casualties for the 2nd PBIED. IED Killed Two, Wounded Three near Baqubah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-kills-2-volunteer-soldiers-wounds-3-othersnortheast-baqubah/ On 31 May, in Hamrin Hills, 61km northeast of Baqubah, Diyala province, an unknown IED detonated near an al Hashed al Sha’bi patrol, killing two (2) elements and wounding three (3) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Two in Kirkuk http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/1-civilian-killed-2-wounded-bomb-blast-southwest-kirkuk/ On 31 May, in Maktab Khaled, southwestern Kirkuk province, an unknown roadside IED detonated as families were escaping Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) held al Riyad, killing one (1) civilian and wounding two (2) others. Two VBIEDs Interdicted in Makhmur http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/iraqi-army-announces-killing-22-isis-members-makhmur/ On 31 May, in Kabrouk, Mahana and Kharbrdan, western Makhmur district, Erbil province, Iraqi soldiers interdicted two (2) Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) emplaced VBIEDs during a failed attack targeting the Army’s headquarters. Additionally, soldiers killed 22 militants in the foiled assault. Six SVBIEDs Interdicted in Nuaimiya http://www.rferl.org/content/iraq-islamic-state-battle-fallujah/27769557.html 57 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 31 May, in Nuaimiya, southern Fallujah district, al Anbar province, Iraqi forces interdicted six (6) Islamic State (IS) emplaced SVBIEDs and killed 75 militants during a counter attack. IED Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97311-AkjNAb-AkLyobEK AkyomDAs-yoLAk-iEB-AkJkNv ة.html ة-bbjDL-BAbvAm-Gn- On 31 May, in northwestern Fallujah district, al Anbar province, security forces found and cleared an undisclosed number of unknown IEDs near Albu Latif Bridge. Three PBIEDs Interdicted in Nuaimiya http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/joint-forces-thwart-isis-attack-3-suicide-bombers-southfallujah/ On 31 May, in Nuaimiya, southern Fallujah district, al Anbar province, joint security forces interdicted/killed three (3) ISIS PBIEDs targeting a gathering of joint security forces. Additionally, joint security forces are finding and clearing an undisclosed number of unknown IEDs and boobytrapped houses. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Rashidiya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97294-AYObyomAD-NAZHAB%20%D8%A9%208%20-LDlnnl-BPlJvAE-IBN%20%D8%A9-lAYOJ%20%D8%A9-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 31 May, in Rashidiya, northern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near an aluminum plant, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Six in Al Zafraniya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97321-AYObyomAD-NPZHAB%20%D8%A9%207%20-LDlnnl-BAlJvAE-lAYOJ%20%D8%A9-vlNBn-yoEj-BiDAD.html On 31 May, in al Zafraniya, southeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a medical complex, killing one (1) civilian and wounding six (6) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Seven in Al Salam http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97319-AYObyomAD-NPZHAB%20%D8%A9%209%20-LDlnnl-BAlJvAE-IBN%20%D8%A9-lAYOJ%20%D8%A9-BLlZj%20%D8%A9-AkZNBvn-iEBnBiDAD.html On 31 May, in al Salam, southwestern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) civilians and wounding seven (7) others. 58 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed One, Wounded Two in Hababiya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97317-AYObyomAD-NPZHAB%20%D8%A9%203%20-LDlnnl-BAlJvAE-IBN%20%D8%A9-kAZHj%20%D8%A9-yoEjn-BiDAD.html On 31 May, in Hababiya, Sadr City district, northeastern Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to a car dealer’s vehicle detonated, killing him and wounding two (2) others with him. IED Killed One, Wounded Nine in Tarmiya http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/10-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-north-baghdad-2- 6/ On 1 June, in Tarmiya district, northern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding nine (9) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Nine in Madain http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/11-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-south-baghdad-5- 2/ On 1 June, in al Khansa, Madain district, southern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near a playground, killing two (2) civilians and wounding nine (9) others. Four PBIEDs Interdicted in Hit http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/isis-attacks-kabisa-vicinity-west-ramadi-4-suicidebombers/ On 1 June, in Kubaysah, Hit district, al Anbar province, joint security forces interdicted/killed four (4) Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) PBIEDs during a foiled attack on the northern and southern entrances to the city. PBIED Killed One, Wounded Three in Tikrit http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71141 On 1 June, in Zerga, Hamrin Mountains, east of Tikrit, Salah ad Din province, an ISIS PBIED targeting security forces detonated, killing one (1) element and wounding two (2) others. An armed engagement followed the detonation, resulting in 17 ISIS militants killed including PBIEDS. IED Killed Two, Wounded Four in Abu Ghraib http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71163 On 1 June, in Abu Ghraib, western Baghdad, an unknown IED targeting security forces detonated, killing two (2) elements and wounding four (4) others. 59 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed One, Wounded One in Fudhaliyah http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71134 On 1 June, in Fudhaliyah, eastern Baghdad, an unknown IED (adhesive), targeting a local government leader detonated, killing one (1) official and wounding his wife. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Latifiya http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97335-AYObyomAD-NAZHAB%D8%A9-7LDlnnl-BPlJvAE-IBN%D8%A9-lAYOJ%D8%A9-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 1 June, in Latifiya, south of Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Seven in Yarmouk http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71142 On 1 June, in Yarmouk, Mansour district, southwest Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a generator, killing two (2) civilians and wounding seven (7) others. IED Detonated Outside Party Office in Shaab http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71192 On 1 June, in Shaab district, northeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED targeting the Islamic Virtue Party office detonated, with no casualties reported. IED Killed One, Wounded Nine in Radwaniyah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/10-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-southwestbaghdad/ On 2 June, in Radwaniyah, southwestern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near a market, killing one (1) civilian and wounding nine (9) others. VBIED Factory Found and Cleared in Shirqat On 2 June, in Shirqat district, Salah ad Din province, an Iraqi airstrike found and cleared/destroyed a VBIED factory belonging to Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). IED Killed Two, Wounded Six in Abu Ghraib http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71181 On 2 June, in Zaidan village, Abu Ghraib district, western Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near industrial shops, killing two (2) civilians and wounding six (6) others. 60 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed One, Wounded Four in Yusufiya http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71223 On 2 June, in Yusufiya, southern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED targeting a security forces patrol detonated, killing one (1) policeman and wounding four (4) others. IED Killed One in Eastern Baghdad http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71187 On 2 June, in eastern Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to the vehicle of a Ministry of Science and Technology staff member detonated, killing the employee. IEDs Detonated in Saqlawiyah http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71210 On 2 June, in Saqlawiyah, al Anbar province, Ad-Dawlah Al-Islamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) militants detonated an undisclosed number of unknown IEDs on Saqlawiyah bridge to hinder the advancement of security forces into northern Fallujah, with no casualties reported. IED Killed One in Tuz Khurmatu http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-kills-volunteer-soldier-south-kirkuk/ On 2 June, in Tuz Khurmatu, Tooz district, Salah ad Din province, an unknown roadside IED detonated as an element of al Hashed al Shabi was passing by, killing him. PBIED Killed Four in Al Mansuriya http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71227 On 2 June, in al Mansuriya, northern Baquba district, Diyala province, a PBIED detonated inside a taxi, killing four (4) civilians. VBIED Found and Cleared in Tal Afar http://www.defense.gov/News-Article-View/Article/790201/military-strikes-continue-againstisil-terrorists-in-syria-iraq On 3 June, in Tal Afar district, Nineveh province, coalition aircraft found and cleared/destroyed an Islamic State and the Levant (ISIL) emplaced VBIED factory during combat air operations. IED Kill Three, Wounded Seven in Rasheed http://petra.gov.jo/Public_News/Nws_NewsDetails.aspx?Site_Id=1&lang=2&NewsID=256139&C atID=-1 61 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 3 June, in Abu Disheer, Rasheed district, southern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated, killing three (3) civilians and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Five in Obaidi http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97414-yomnD-NgLYO%D8%A9-LZHABnl-BAlJvAEIBN%D8%A9-lAYOJ%D8%A9-yoEjn-BiDAD.html On 3 June, in Obaidi, 9 Nissan district, eastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular cafe, killing one (1) civilian and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Nine in Sabaa Al Bour http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97404-AYObyomAD-NAZHAB%D8%A9-10-LDlnnlBPlJvAE-IBN%D8%A9-lAYOJ%D8%A9-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 3 June, in Sabaa al Bour, Taji district, Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular market, killing one (1) civilian and wounding nine (9) others. IED Killed One in Amiriya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97400-AYObyomAD-LDln-BAlJvAE-IBN%D8%A9kAZHj%D8%A9-iEBn-BiDAD.html On 3 June, in Amiriya, Mansour district, western Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to a vehicle detonated, killing one (1) civilian. IED Killed Two, Wounded Seven in Ur http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97412-AYObyomAD-NAZHAB%D8%A9-9-LDlnnlBPlJvAE-IBN%D8%A9-lAYOJ%D8%A9-yoEjn-BiDAD.html On 3 June, in Ur, Adhamiyah district, eastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) civilians and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Dora http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97399-AYObyomAD-NPZHAB%D8%A9-9-LDlnnlBAlJvAE-IBN%D8%A9-lAYOJ%D8%A9-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 3 June, in Dora, Rasheed district, southern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. Three PBIEDs Interdicted in Al Hamdaniya http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/joint-security-forces-foil-isis-attack-17-militants-killed/ 62 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 3 June, in Wardak village, al Hamdaniya district, Nineveh province, joint security forces interdicted/killed three (3) ISIS PBIEDs and 14 other ISIS militants. IED Killed Two, Wounded 10 in Mahmudiyah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/12-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-south-baghdad/ On 4 June, in Mahmudiyah district, Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated, killing two (2) people and wounding 10 others. PBIED Killed Eight, Wounded 15 in Tarmiya https://www.alaraby.co.uk/english/news/2016/6/4/bloodshed-in-baghdad-as-suicide-bomberstarget-civilians On 4 June, in Tarmiya district, Baghdad province, a PBIED detonated near a checkpoint, killing eight (8) people and wounding 15 others. Three IEDs Killed Seven in Baghdad https://www.alaraby.co.uk/english/news/2016/6/4/bloodshed-in-baghdad-as-suicide-bomberstarget-civilians On 4 June, in Baghdad, two (2) unknown IEDs detonated near two (2) separate markets, killing five (5) people. Additionally, an unknown IED detonated near a restaurant, killing two (2) people. IEDs Found and Cleared in Saqlawiyah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/urgent-saqlawiyah-vicinity-liberated-fully/ On 4 June, in Saqlawiyah, Fallujah district, al Anbar province, joint security forces found and cleared an unknown number of IEDs and booby-trapped houses. IED Killed One, Wounded Four in Baghdad Al Jadida http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97441-AYObyomAD-NPZHAB%D8%A9-5-LDlnnlBAlJvAE-lAYOJ%D8%A9-yoEjn-BiDAD.html On 4 June, in Nairiyah (Baghdad al Jadida), 9 Nissan district, eastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding four (4) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Madain http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97442-AYObyomAD-NPZHAB%D8%A9-7-LDlnnlBAlJvAE-lAYOJ%D8%A9-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 4 June, in Madain district, Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular restaurant, killing two (2) civilians and wounding five (5) others. 63 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed Two, Wounded Ten in Mahmudiyah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/12-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-south-baghdad/ On 4 June, in Mahmudiyah district, Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated, killing two (2) civilian and ten (10) others. Eight VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Albu Bali http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/anbar-operations-14-isis-members-killed-coalitionairstrike-east-ramadi/ On 4 June, in Albu Bali, Ramadi district, al Anbar province, coalition aircraft found and cleared/destroyed eight (8) Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) emplaced VBIEDs. IED Killed Three, Wounded Seven in Abu Ghraib http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/10-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-west-baghdad-3-4/ On 5 June, in Abu Ghraib district, western Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near a popular market, killing three (3) people and wounding seven (7) others. PBIED Found and Cleared in Basra http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97450-yoEZة-AkBZHEة-bkjn-AkjBzh-IkO-13-LbmLA BvEASL-vlASnة-LgbkJة-NbzhBZ-GeALA -lAYOJA -NmLnA -BGNeة-aGDmL.html On 5 June, in Basra district, Basra province, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) found and cleared a PBIED and detained 12 other militants during security operations. IED Killed One, Wounded Six in Shaab http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97457-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-7-LDlnnl-BPlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-yoLAk-yoEjn-BiDAD.html On 5 June, in Shaab, Adhamiyah district, northeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding six (6) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Zafraniya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97475-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-9-LDlnnl-BAlJvAElAYOJة-vlNB-yoEjn-BiDAD.html On 5 June, in Zafraniya, Karadah district, southeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular cafe, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. 64 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed One, Wounded Five in Obeidi http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97476-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-6-LDlnnl-BAlJvAElAYOJة-yoEjn-BiDAD.html On 5 June, in Obeidi, 9 Nissan district, eastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Bayaa http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/7-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-southern-baghdad/ On 6 June, in Shurgat, Bayaa, southern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated, killing two (2) civilians and wounding five (5) more. IED Killed Two, Wounded 11 in Al Tarmiyah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/13-people-killed-wounded-explosion-northern-baghdad/ On 6 June, in al Falahat, al Tarmiyah district, northern Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated near a market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding 11 others. IED Killed One, Wounded Two in Al Furat http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/car-bomb-explosion-kills-wounds-3-employees-westernbaghdad/ On 6 June, in al Furat district, western Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to a vehicle carrying Baghdad Health Directorate employees detonated, killing one (1) and wounding the two (2) others. 35 IEDs Found and Cleared in Saqlawiyah http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97498-AkyoEZة-AkPbGADnة-Ljbk-10PEmABnnl-NbJKnK-35-IBNة-lAYOJة-Jn-AkZHjkANnة.html On 6 June, in Saqlawiyah, northwest Fallujah, al Anbar province, security forces found and cleared 35 unknown IEDs and killed 10 Ad-Dawlah Al-Islamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) militants in the operation. IED Killed Two, Wounded Six in Jisr Diyala http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71431 On 6 June, in Jisr Diyala, southeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED near a market detonated, killing two (2) civilians and wounding six (6) others. 65 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE VBIED/Booby-Trapped Houses/IEDs Found and Cleared in Baghdad http://ninanews.com/News_Details.aspx?LZLm0gr60HwZPmO4k0k2bQ%253d%253d On 6 June, in western Baghdad province, Baghdad Operations forces found and cleared one (1) VBIED, 108 booby-trapped houses, and 262 unknown IEDs. Additionally, forces killed 148 terrorists and wounded 67 others. IED Killed One, Wounded Six in Kadhimiyah http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71432 On 6 June, in Kadhimiyah, northwestern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding six (6) others. 3 PBIEDs Interdicted, 1 PBIED Killed Two in Haditha http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/2-women-killed-suicide-attack-haditha-asphalt-factoryanbar/ On 7 June, in Haditha, al Anbar province, security forces engaged four (4) PBIEDs at the Haditha Asphault Factory. Security forces interdicted three (3) PBIEDs while the 4th PBIED detonated, killing two (2) civilians. IEDs Killed Five Civilians in Mosul http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/5-displaced-people-ieds-explosion-northern-mosul/ On 7 June, in Khazer, northern Mosul, Ninawa province, an undisclosed number of unknown IEDs, left by Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) members, detonated in civilian homes, killing five (5) displaced civilians. IED Killed One, Wounded Five in Al Nahrawan http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/6-people-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-southeast-baghdad- 2/ On 7 June, in al Nahrawan, southeastern Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding five (5) others. VBIED Killed Three, Wounded 35 in Al Hussain District http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71498 On 7 June, in al Hussain District, Karbala city, capital of Karbala province, a VBIED detonated, killing three (3) civilians and wounding 35 others. 66 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed Two, Wounded Six in Fudhaliyah http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71495 On 7 June, in Fudhaliyah, eastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) civilains and wounding six (6) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Six in Shaab South http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71496 On 7 June, in Shaab South, Adhamiyah district, northeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near Shalal Pazar (waterfall market), killing one (1) civilian and wounding six (6) others. IED Wounded Four in Jisr Diyala http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97536-PZHABة-aEBIة-LDlnnl-BAlJvAE-lAYOJةvlNBn-BiDAD.html On 7 June, in Jisr Diyala, southeastern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated, wounding four (4) civilians. ISIS to Combine Chemical Weapons and Suicide Bombings http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3629660/ISIS-plot-use-brainwashed-children-carrysuicide-attacks-using-CHEMICAL-weapons.html#ixzz4AupuWYm6 On 7 June, Peshmerga General Akram Mohammed Abdulrahman said “while ISIS has previously used both chemical weapons and suicide bombings separately, they are now looking to combine them. ISIS’s tactic involves training brainwashed teenage insurgents to carry out suicide bombing using munitions containing harmful chemicals.” IED Killed One Militia Member in Bashir http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-kills-al-hashd-al-shaabi-member-southernkirkuk/ On 8 June, in Bashir village, southern Kirkuk district, Kirkuk province, a member of al-Hashed alSha’bi was killed while trying to dismantle an Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) emplaced unknown IED. IED Killed Three, Wounded Three in Baqubah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-leaves-three-dead-three-injured/ On 8 June, in Hanbas village, 45km northeast of Baqubah, capital of Diyala province, an unknown IED emplaced in the orchards detonated while a patrolling team of the al-Hashed al67 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Asha’ari conducted cleansing operations, killing three (3) members and seriously wounding three (3) more. IED Found and Cleared in Kurdistan http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97577-pgbaz-bjvne-iko-yoekة-ljz-enyonةbkedyobal.html On 8 June, in Hasirh Bakrmaan village, Kurdistan, Kurdish security forces found and cleared an unknown IED emplaced near the Russian oil company, Bakrmaan. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Suwaib http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71555 On 8 June, in Suwaib, southwestern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular cafe, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Hosseinia http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71525 On 8 June, in Hosseinia, northern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Zafaraniya http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71528 On 8 June, in Zafaraniya, southeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) civilians and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Abu Dshir http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71556 On 8 June, in, Abu Dshir, Dora district, southern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) civilians and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed One, Wounding Five in Mashtal http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71557 On 8 June, in Mashtal, eastern Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to a bus detonated, killing the driver (1) and five (5) civilians. 68 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE SVBIED Killed 17, Wounded 50 in Baghdad Al Jadeeda http://www.reuters.com/article/us-mideast-crisis-iraq-security-idUSKCN0YV0K6 On 9 June, in Baghdad Al Jadeeda, an Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) SVBIED targeting a commercial street detonated, killing 17 civilians and wounding over 50 others. PBIED Killed Seven, Wounded 20 in Taji http://www.reuters.com/article/us-mideast-crisis-iraq-security-idUSKCN0YV0K6 On 9 June, in Taji, northern Baghdad province, an ISIS PBIED detonated at a checkpoint near the military barracks, killing seven (7) soldiers and wounding more than 20 others. IED Killed One, Wounded Five in Kamaliya http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71605 On 9 June, in Kamaliya, 9 Nissan district, northeastern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near a production facility, killing one (1) civilian and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Three in Kirkuk http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-kirku-kills-one-injures-three/ On 9 June, al Riyad, 40km southwest of Kirkuk, an unknown IED targeting refugees escaping from ISIS detonated, killing one (1) and wounding three (3) others. 30 IEDs, Four VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/federal-police-announces-liberating-five-villages-north-offallujah/ On 9 June, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, police found and cleared 30 unknown IEDs and four (4) VBIEDs during military operations in five (5) villages. VBIED Found and Cleared in Habbaniyah http://www.defense.gov/News-Article-View/Article/796399/us-coalition-continue-counter-isilstrikes-in-syria-iraq On 9 June, near Habbaniyah, Fallujah district, al Anbar province, coalition aircraft found and cleared/destroyed an Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) emplaced VBIED. IED Factory Found and Cleared in Qayyarah http://www.defense.gov/News-Article-View/Article/796399/us-coalition-continue-counter-isilstrikes-in-syria-iraq 69 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 9 June, near Qayyarah, Mosul district, al Anbar province, coalition aircraft found and cleared/destroyed an ISIL owned IED factory. Bomb Blast Near Northeast Of Baqubah Kills 1 Injures 3 http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-notheast-baqubah-kills-one-injures-three/ On 10 June, an explosive device, emplaced inside a farm near Albu Musa village (47 km northeast of Baqubah), went off while a patrol of al-Hashed al-Asha’ari was passing through the area. The blast resulted in the death of one member of al-Hashed al-Asha’ari, while three others received injuries. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Amin http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97631-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-8-LDlnnl-BPlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-yoEjn-BiDAD.html On 10 June, in Amin, 9 Nissan district, eastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular market, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed One, Wounded One in Shaab http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97645-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-bAvE-Nlvkm-BAlJvAEkAZHjة-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 10 June, in Shaab, Adhamiyah district, northern Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to a vehicle detonated, killing one (1) person and wounding one (1) other. IED Killed One, Wounded Five in Abu Ghraib http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97640-ayobyomad-npzhabة-6-ll-akjnab-akallnةbaljvae-layojة-iebn-bidad.html On 10 June, in Abu Ghraib district, Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing one (1) person and wounding five (5) others. Numerous IEDs Found and Cleared in Baghdad http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97636-Ljbk-NAZHABة-23-AEmABnA -LIAkvة-51IBNة-lAYOJة-zhLl-jAZI-ILknAb-BiDAD.html On 10 June, in Baghdad province, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) found and cleared one (1) VBIED (bulldozer), 31 unknown IEDs, 31 booby-trapped houses, and five (5) different type IEDs/suicide vests during clearing operations. 70 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Three SVBIEDs Interdicted in Fallujah http://english.almanar.com.lb/adetails.php?eid=273722&cid=23&fromval=1 On 10 June, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, the Iraqi air force interdicted three (3) SVBIEDs attempting to target ISF. PBIED Killed Three, Wounded 11 in Kadhimiyah http://english.almanar.com.lb/adetails.php?eid=273722&cid=23&fromval=1 On 10 June, in Zahra, Kadhimiyah disrict, northern Baghdad, a PBIED targeting a security checkpoint detonated, killing three (3) people and wounding 11 others. 30 IEDs Found and Cleared in Hit http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-kill-nine-isis-members-during-militaryoperations/ On 10 June, in Hit district, al Anbar province, ISF found and cleared 30 unknown roadside IEDs during military operations. One PBIED Interdicted in Baghdad http://ninanews.net/News_Details.aspx?v%252bZUZx196Rf77%252bVUrbu%252bTw%253d%25 3d On 10 June, in northern Baghdad, the ISF interdicted/killed one (1) PBIED targeting a military checkpoint near the Tigris River, killing one (1) militant. IED Wounded Four in Mahmudiya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97690-PZHABة-4-LDlnnl-BAlJvAE-lAYOJة-vlNBnBiDAD.html On 10 June, in Mahmudiya district, Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated, wounding four (4) civilians. IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Dora http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97669-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-9-LDlnnl-BPlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 11 June, in Dora, al Rashid district, southern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular market, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. 71 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Baghdad http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97686-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-7-LDlnnl-BAlJvAElAYOJة-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 11 June, in northern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) people and wounding five (5) others. Three VBIEDs and Two Suicide Vests Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97682-ljbk-10-pemabnnl-ll-daiyo-nbdlneljggbnlbmlbiة-ki-vlnbn-akjknvة.html On 11 June, in Fallujah, al Anbar province, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) found and cleared/destroyed at least three (3) Ad-Dawlah Al-Islamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) emplaced VBIEDs (vehicle and motorcycle) and two (2) suicide vests during clearance operations. 10 DAISH militants were also killed during these operations. IED Killed One, Wounded Four in Arab Jabour http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97688-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-5-vlND-BAlJvAElAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 11 June, in Arab Jabour, Madain district, Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED targeting an Iraqi Army patrol detonated, killing one (1) soldier and wounding four (4) others. IED Killed One in Saidiya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97672-AYObyomAD-LNzJ-Jn-NeAE%D8%A9AkKmEBAs-BPlJvAE-IBN%D8%A9-kAZHj%D8%A9-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 11 June, in Saidiya, al Rashid district, southern Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to a vehicle detonated, killing a Ministry of Electricity employee. IED Wounded Two in Baquba http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/ied-explosion-wounds-two-soldiers-in-al-kaba/ http://iq.hathalyoum.net/security/887/IED-explosion-injures-two-soldiers-in-al-Kaba.html On 11 June, in al Kaba, Baquba district, Diyala province, an unknown roadside IED detonated, wounding two (2) soldiers. IED Killed One, Wounded Three in Nahrawan http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97689-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-4-bvAE-BAlJvAEkAZHjة-vlNBn-yoEj-BiDAD.html 72 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 11 June, in Nahrawan, southeastern suburb of Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to a vehicle detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding three (3) others. Two PBIEDs Killed 13, Wounded 15 Others in Fallujah http://aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iraqi-forces-to-storm-fallujah-city-center-soon-/588561 On 11 June, in Fallujah, al Anbar province, two (2) PBIEDs detonated, killing at least 13 Iraqi soldiers and wounding 15 others. IED Killed Two, Wounding Seven in Karadah http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97721-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-9-LDlnnl-BAlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 12 June, in Jisr Diyala, Karadah district, southern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near industrial shops, killing two (2) and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Bayaa http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97716-AYObyomAD-NPZHABة-7-LDlnnl-BAlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 12 June, in Bayaa, Rasheed district, southern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) civilians and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Rasheed http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97698-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-7-LDlnnl-BPlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 12 June, in Furat, Rasheed district, western Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. VBIED Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97719-ZnEAl-Akvnyo-nDLE-Ivkة-LJggة-jEBAkJkNvة.html On 12 June, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, the Iraqi air force found and cleared/destroyed an Ad-Dawlah Al-Islamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) emplaced VBIED. Four VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Qayyarah http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97696-ILknAb-lnlNO-bIkl-Il-bGEnE-jEnة-gEASB-vBEvlNBn-AkLGAJzة.html 73 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 12 June, in Qayyarah, southern Mosul district, Nineveh province, security forces found and cleared four (4) DAISH emplaced VBIEDs and killed 25 terrorists. Two IED Factories Found and Cleared in Mosul http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97696-ILknAb-lnlNO-bIkl-Il-bGEnE-jEnة-gEASB-vBEvlNBn-AkLGAJzة.html On 12 June, in Haj Ali, southern Mosul district, Nineveh province, the Iraqi air force found and cleared/destroyed two (2) IED factories. Explosive Belts Found and Cleared in Al Anbar http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/assistant-isis-leader-baghdadi-arrested-west-anbar/ On 13 June, in al Nazera, western al Anbar province, joint security forces found and cleared an undisclosed number of explosive belts and other materials of war and detained Rasheed Khalaf Dahi, the assistant of Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) leader Abu Bakr al Baghdadi. Six PBIEDs Interdicted in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/joint-forces-storm-central-fallujah-gun-down-six-suicidebombers/ On 13 June, in Nezal, central Fallujah, al Anbar province, joint security forces interdicted/killed six (6) ISIS PBIEDs during a military operation. ISIS is booby-trapping main roads and houses to hinder the progress of security forces. Complex Attack Interdicted in Ramadi http://www.iraqnews.net/index.php/sid/244914923 On 13 June, in Ramadi, al Anbar province, security forces foiled/interdicted an ISIS complex attack (several SVBIEDs and gunmen) against an army base, killing all ISIS members in the attack. Additionally, five (5) Iraqi soldiers were killed and 11 more wounded. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Rashidiya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97734-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-8-LDlnnl-BPlJvAEIBNة-lAYOJة-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 13 June, in Rashidiya, northern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. 74 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed Two, Wounded Seven in Abu Ghraib http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97733-AYObyomAD-NAZHABة-9-LDlnnlBPlJvAE-IBNة-lAYOJة-iEBn-AkIAZHLة-BiDAD.html On 13 June, in Abu Ghraib, western Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding seven (7) others. Bomb Blast Wounds 3 Elements Of Army Patrol South Of Baghdad http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-wounds-three-soldiers-south-baghdad/ On 14 June, in the area of Arab Jabour, south of Baghdad, an explosive device that was planted on the road side has went off while an army patrol was passing in [the area], resulting in the injury of three soldiers. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Shaikh Omar http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-kills-wounds-8-people-central-baghdad/ On 14 June, in Shaikh Omar, central Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Six in Shaab South http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71840 On 14 June, in Shaab South, Adamiyah district, northeastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near the Shalal Pazar (waterfall market), killing two (2) civilians and wounding six (6) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Four in Al Amin http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71839 On 14 June, in al Amin, eastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding four (4) others. Six PBIEDs, Seven VBIEDs Interdicted in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-kill-30-isis-members-clashes-southfallujah/ On 14 June, in southern Fallujah, federal police forces interdicted/killed six (6) Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) PBIEDs, destroyed seven (7) VBIEDs and killed 30 militants. 75 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Four VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-liberate-2-areas-western-fallujah-16-isismembers-killed/ On 14 June, in al Jaffa and al Asriyah, western Fallujah, al Anbar province, joint security forces found and cleared four (4) VBIEDS and killed 16 ISIS militants during a liberation operation. IED Killed Two, Wounded Nine in Karadah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/11-casualties-reported-ied-explodes-in-southern-baghdad/ On 14 June, in al Wehda, Karadah district, central Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near a popular market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding nine (9) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Baghdad http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71856 On 14 June, in eastern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a civil generator, killing two (2) engineers and wounding five (5) civilian bystanders. Four PBIEDs Interdicted in Northern Ramadi http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-kill-isis-militants-foil-attack-northernramadi/ On 14 June, in Albu Risha, Tawa, and al Garayshi, northern Ramadi, al Anbar province, joint forces interdicted/killed 40 Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) members, including four (4) PBIEDs. IED Killed One Child in Dibis http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71904 On 15 June, in Mama village, Dibis district, northwestern Kirkuk province, an unknown roadside IED targeting families escaping Ad-Dawlah Al-Islamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) detonated, killing one (1) civilian child. IED Killed Two, Wounded Eight in Abu Disheer http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71891 On 15 June, in Abu Disheer, Dora district, southern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near the Alwa Rasheed fruit and vegetable market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding eight (8) others. 76 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE PBIED Killed Two, Wounding Three in Yusufiya http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71901 On 15 June, in Yusufiya, southern Baghdad province, a PBIED detonated near an Iraqi military checkpoint, killing two (2) elements and wounding three (3) others. IED Killed One in Amin http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71923 On 15 June, in Amin, 9 Nissan district, eastern Baghdad, an unknown IED adhesively attached to a gold jeweler’s vehicle detonated when he was returning home, killing him. IED Killed One, Wounded Five in al Hosseinia http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/blast-northern-baghdad-six-casualties-reported/ On 15 June, in al Hosseinia, northern Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated near a popular market, killing one (1) person and wounding five (5) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Four in Baghdad http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-southwest-baghdad-six-casualties/ On 15 June, in al Dawanem, southwestern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near markets, killing two (2) people and wounding four (4) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Three in Yusufiya http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/5-police-elements-killed-wounded-bomb-blast-southernbaghdad/ On 16 June, in Yusufiya, southern Baghdad province, an unknown IED targeting a police patrol detonated, killing two (2) members and wounding three (3) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Talbiyah http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71962 On 16 June, in Talbiyah, eastern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Six in Shuala http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71964 77 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 16 June, in Shuala district, western Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) civilians and wounding six (6) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Al Furat http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71983 On 16 June, in al Furat, Rashid district, western Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near commercial markets, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Nine in Taji http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71947 On 16 June, in Hamamiyat, Taji district, northern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) civilians and wounding nine (9) others. IED Killed Three, Wounded Nine in Madain http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71982 On 16 June, in Madain district, southern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a cafe, killing three (3) civilians and wounding nine (9) others. IED Killed Two, Wounding Eight in Mahmudiya http://www.albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97859-AYObyomAD-NAZHAB%D8%A9-10LDlnnl-BPlJvAE-IBN%D8%A9-lAYOJ%D8%A9-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 16 June, in Mahmudiya district, southern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding eight (8) others. 15 VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/joint-security-forces-enter-central-fallujah-15-vehiclesdestructed/ On 16 June, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, joint security forces found and cleared/destroyed 15 ISIS owned VBIEDs and killed dozens of ISIS members. Cache Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-detain-27-isis-members-including-arabsforeigners-fallujah/ On 16 June, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, security forces found and cleared an Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS) emplaced cache containing explosive belts and various war materials. 78 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed Six in Amerli http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=71989 On 16 June, in Amerli, Tooz district, Salah ad Din province, an unknown IED detonated, killing six (6) policeman (including the Tooz police chief Colonel Mustafa Hussein). IED Killed Two, Wounded 10 in Tarmiya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97894-AYObyomAD-NAZHAB%D8%A9-12LDlnA%D9%8B-BPlJvAE-IBN%D8%A9-lAYOJ%D8%A9-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 17 June, in Tarmiya district, northern Baghdad province, an unknown IED detonated near a popular market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding 10 others. IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Amiriya http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97893-yomnD-NVLAlnة-LZHABnl-BPlJvAE-IBNةlAYOJة-iEBn-BiDAD.html On 17 June, in Amiriya, Mansour district, western Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near a produce market, killing one (1) civilian and wounding eight (8) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Seven in Harbiya http://www.almadapress.com/ar/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=72016 On 17 June, in Harbiya (Hurriya), Kadhimiya district, northwestern Baghdad, an unknown IED detonated near shops, killing two (2) people and wounding seven (7) others. VBIED Killed 12, Wounded Six in Mosul http://ninanews.net/News_Details.aspx?IHbHMvSczTah6ZHBN2%252fH2A%253d%253d On 17 June, near Haj Ali, Mosul district, Nineveh province, a DAISH emplaced VBIED detonated, killing 12 civilians and wounding six (6) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Three in Dora http://www.almadapress.com/ar/news/72017/م ق تل-وا صاب ة-ارب عة-ج نود-ب ت فج ير-ج نوب ي On 17 June, in Dora, al Rashid district, southern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing one (1) soldier and wounding three (3) others. IRAQ – VBIED Factory, Four VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Hawija http://www.almadapress.com/ar/news/72062/م ق تل-خ ب ير-ال خ لطات-ال ك يماوي ة-ف ي-داعش 79 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 18 June, in Hawija district, southern Kirkuk province, Iraqi Air forces found and cleared/destroyed an Ad-Dawlah Al-Islamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) VBIED factory, killing a DAISH explosives/chemical expert (Syrian citizen) and wounding six (6) other DAISH militants. Four VBIEDs were also found and cleared during these combat operations. IED Killed Two, Wounded Five in Washash http://www.almadapress.com/ar/news/72067/م ق تل-وا صاب ة- س ب عة-ا شخاص-ب ت فج ير-غرب ي- On 18 June, in Washash, Mansour district, western Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing two (2) people and wounding five (5) others. IED Wounded Three in Abu Sayda http://www.almadapress.com/ar/news/72074/ا صاب ة-ث الث ة-ع نا صر-من-ال ج يش-ب ت فج ير-ش On 18 June, in Abu Sayda, Baquba district, Diyala province, an unknown roadside IED targeting an Iraqi Army patrol detonated, wounding three (3) soldiers. Five PBIEDs Found and Cleared in Baquba http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97928-AkAIkAL-AkGEBn-nIkl-Il-Ljbk-gLYO%D8%A9AlbGAEnnl-nEbDNl-AGeL%D8%A9-lAYOJ%D8%A9-Jn-DnAkO.html On 18 June, in Mukhisa, Baquba district, Diyala province, the Directorate of Military Intelligence found and cleared/killed five (5) DAISH PBIEDs in an orchard. The DAISH PBIEDs were planning to target markets and checkpoints in Abu Sayda and surrounding villages. IED Killed One, Wounded Nine in Nahrawan http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97923-AYObyomAD-NAZHAB%D8%A9-10-LDlnnlBPlJvAE-IBN%D8%A9-lAYOJ-vlNBn-BiDAD.html On 18 June, in Nahrawan, southeastern suburb of Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing one (1) civilian and wounding nine (9) others. IED Killed Two, Wounded Ten in Abu Ghraib http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97925-AYObyomAD-NAZHAB%D8%A9-12LDlnA%D9%8B-BalJvAE-IBN-lAYOJ%D8%A9-iEBn-BiDAD.html On 18 June, in Abu Ghraib district, western Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular market, killing two (2) civilians and wounding ten (10) others. VBIED Killed Four, Wounded 20 in Tuz Khurmatu http://www.presstv.com/Detail/2016/06/18/471032/Iraq-Salahuddin-Tuz-Khurmatu-Fallujah 80 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 18 June, in Tuz Khurmatu, Tooz district, Salah ad Din province, a VBIED detonated, killing four (4) people and wounding 20 others. No one or group has yet to claim responsibility for the attack. IEDs Killed Four in Karma http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/booby-trapped-house-explosion-kills-4-shia-militiamembers-central-karma/ On 18 June, in Karma, Fallujah district, al Anbar province, a booby-trapped house (with an unknown number of IEDs) prematurely detonated, killing four (4) soldiers of the al Hashd al Shaabi military force attempting to dismantle the IEDs. IED Killed Two, Wounded Nine in Mahmudiyah http://www.almadapress.com/ar/news/72095/م ق تل-وإ صاب ة-11- شخ صا-ب ت فج ير-ج نوب ي-ب غ On 19 June, in Mahmudiyah district, southern Baghdad province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a popular market, killing two (2) people and wounding nine (9) others. IED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Shaab http://albaghdadianews.com/security/item/97985-AYObyomAD-NPZHAB%D8%A9-8-LDlnnlBAlJvAE-lAYOJ%D8%A9-yoLAkn-BiDAD.html On 19 June, in Shaab, Adhamiyah district, northern Baghdad, an unknown roadside IED detonated near shops, killing one (1) civilian and wounding seven (7) others. SVBIEDs Interdicted, 340 VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Fallujah http://www.islamicinvitationturkey.com/2016/06/19/iraqi-forces-continue-advances-in-anbarprovince-destroy-over-340-suicide-vehicles/ On 19 June, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) interdicted/killed several SVBIEDs and found and cleared 340 VBIEDs during clearing operations. IED Wounded Two in Baquba http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/bomb-blast-wounds-2-soldiers-northeast-baqubah/ On 19 June, near Shaikhi and Makhisa villages, Baquba district, Diyala province, an unknown roadside IED targeting an Iraqi Army patrol detonated, wounding two (2) soldiers (one (1) is in critical condition). SVBIED Interdicted in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-blow-2-vehicles-isis-western-fallujah/ 81 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 19 June, in Fallujah district, al Anbar province, police interdicted/killed an Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS) SVBIED. Four SVBIEDs Interdicted in Fallujah http://www.iraqinews.com/iraq-war/security-forces-liberate-areas-southern-axis-fallujah-tensisis-members-killed On 19 June, in northern Fallujah district, al Anbar province, joint security forces interdicted/killed four (4) SVBIEDs attempting to target advancing troops. LAOS Explosion Killed Eight along Border of Vietnam http://sputniknews.com/asia/20160602/1040678528/vietnam-laos-bus-explosion.html On 2 June, along the border with Nghe An province, Vietnam, an unknown explosion in a passenger bus carrying timber killed eight Vietnamese workers. LEBANON IED Found and Cleared in Ain Al Hilweh http://www.tasnimnews.com/en/news/2016/05/21/1080945/bomb-found-in-palestinianrefugee-camp-in-south-lebanon http://en.abna24.com/service/middle-east-west-asia/archive/2016/05/22/755622/story.html On 21 May, in Ain al Hilweh (Palestinian refugee camp), Sidon district, South governorate, security forces found and cleared an unknown IED on Tahtani Street. IED Found and Cleared in Sibline http://nna-leb.gov.lb/en/show-news/62840/Army-dismantles-bomb-placed-under-car-ofMunir-Meqdah-39-son http://www.arabnewsreleases.com/army-dismantles-bomb-placed-under-car-of-munirmeqdahs-son/ On 24 May, in Wadi Zayneh, Sibline, Chouf district, Mohafazats governorate, Lebanese army elements found and cleared an unknown IED placed under a car belonging to the son of the Commander of the Joint Palestinian Security Forces. 82 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IEDs Found and Cleared in Majdal Anjar http://www.naharnet.com/stories/en/210887-army-seizes-explosive-belt-in-majdal-anjar-raid http://nna-leb.gov.lb/en/show-news/63625/ On 5 June, in Majdal Anjar, Beqaa governorate, soldiers found and cleared a cache of Islamic State (IS) weapons and IEDs (explosive belts) and detained three (3) IS militants. Bomb Tossed In Ein Helweh Refugee Camp http://nna-leb.gov.lb/en/show-news/63740/ On 8 June, a bomb has been tossed in Taytaba Street of Ein Helweh Palestinian refugee camp at dawn, adding that no casualties have been reported as yet. IED Damaged Bank in Beirut http://www.reuters.com/article/us-mideast-crisis-lebanon-idUSKCN0YY0UK http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/beirut-explosion-powerful-blastlebanon-capital-destroys-cars-damages-blom-bank-a7078386.html On 12 June, in central Beirut, an unknown IED in a bag detonated outside the headquarters of the Lebanese Blom Bank, damaging the building. PAKISTAN IED Wounded Two in Bajaur http://www.china.org.cn/world/Off_the_Wire/2016-05/21/content_38504696.htm On 21 May, in northwestern Bajaur agency, Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), an unknown roadside IED (landmine) detonated, wounding two (2) soldiers passing by in a vehicle. Two RCIEDs Found and Cleared in Charsadda http://dailytimes.com.pk/pakistan/23-May-16/terrorism-bid-foiled-as-two-ied-bomb-defusedin-charsadda On 23 May, the Police averted a bid of terrorism by defusing two low intensity Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) bombs in Charsadda district. The bombs were placed near police lines Charsadda by unknown miscreants apparently to target police mobile with remote-control device. 83 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed One, Wounded Eight in Quetta http://www.samaa.tv/pakistan/2016/05/bomb-hits-police-van-in-quetta-one-dead/ On 24 May, in Quetta district, Baluchistan province, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a police vehicle on Spini Road, killing one (1) and wounding eight (8) others. Three IEDs Found and Cleared in Bahawalnagar http://www.dawn.com/news/1260987 On 26 May, in Bahawalnagar district, Bahawalpur division, Punjab province, the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) of police found and cleared three (3) unknown IEDs, arms and ammunition during a house raid near a shrine (the target). Additionally, three (3) suspects of banned Tehreek i Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Lashkar i Jhangvi (LeJ) were detained. Explosives Found and Cleared in DI Khan http://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2016/05/27/city/islamabad/police-foil-terror-bid-in-di-khan2kg-explosives-seized/ On 26 May, in Dera Ismail Khan (DI Khan), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, police found and cleared 2kg of unknown explosive material emplaced in a city bus terminal. An undisclosed number of suspects were also detained. Cache Found and Cleared in Gadap Town http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=5/28/2016&id=4#4 On 27 May, in Manghopir, Gadap Town, Karachi, Sindh province, Pakistani Rangers found and cleared a cache consisting of one (1) suicide jacket, a large amount of ball bearings, explosive material and detonators during security operations. RCIED Killed Two, Wounded Three in Awaran http://www.pakistankakhudahafiz.com/news/two-fc-personnel-martyred-3-militants-killedbalochistan/ http://auto-quotees.tk/2016/05/28/two-fc-personnel-martyred-3-militants-killed-inbalochistan/ On 28 May, in Jhao, Awaran district, Balochistan province, a roadside RCIED targeting a Frontier Corps (FC) vehicle detonated, killing two (2) FC personnel and wounding three (3) others. Explosives Found and Cleared in Karachi http://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/338869-Karachi-3-terrorists-including-AlQaeda-leader-ki 84 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 29 May, in Gulshan-i-Buner, Karachi, Sindh province, police found and cleared an unknown amount of explosives and various other war materials after killing three (3) Al Qaeda terrorists during altercations. Explosives Found and Cleared, Two Detained in Mansehra http://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/338868-Mansehra-Security-forces-apprehend-2-terrorists- On 29 May, in Karebai and Charandgah, Mansehra district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, security forces found and cleared 20kg of unknown explosives and detained two (2) terrorists during an intelligence based operation to stop a major terrorist attack. RCIED Wounded Three in Karachi https://www.cihan.com.tr/en/pakistan-karachi-city-blast-2086285.htm http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-05/30/c_135398832.htm On 30 May, in eastern Karachi, Sindh province, an RCIED detonated when a Toyota (license plate JF-7639) drove by the green belt on the National Highway, wounding three (3), the driver, a bodyguard and a foreigner. A threat letter of a nationalist group was found at the blast site. Gas Pipeline Blown Up In Dera Bugti http://www.dawn.com/news/1261775 On 30 May, armed men blew up a portion of a gas pipeline in the Pir Koh area of Dera Bugti district. The device, detonated by a remote control, exploded with a big bang. PBIED Wounded Nine in Mardan http://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2016/05/31/national/nine-wounded-in-mardan-suicideattack/ On 30 May, in Mardan district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a PBIED (wearing 5kg of explosives) targeting a police vehicle parked outside the station detonated, wounding at least nine (9) people. Explosives Seized At TTP Hideout In Manghopir http://www.thenews.com.pk/print/127600-Heavy-weapons-explosives-seized-at-TTP-hideoutin-Manghopir On 13 June, at District West, police have seized a huge cache of weapons and explosive material during a raid on a hideout of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in the Manghopir area. The law enforcers also found 10 kilograms of nuts and bolts, 40 kilograms of explosive material and chemicals and 20 kilograms of hashish. 85 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Two IEDs/Explosives Found and Cleared in Quetta http://english.sina.com/news/2016-06-14/doc-ifxszmnz7284198.shtml On 14 June, in Quetta city, capital of Balochistan province, police launched a search operation for militants associated with Tehreek i Taliban Pakistan (TTP) who opened fire. Police killed five (5) militants and then found and cleared 15kg of unknown explosives, two (2) unknown IEDs (handmade bombs) and other war materials in their hideout. RCIED Wounded One in Mardan http://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/341322-Mardan-Blast-near-exCM-Hotis-residence-injures- Last On 16 June, in Mardan city, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, an RCIED (.5kg) emplaced on the railway track outside former KP Chief Minister, Amir Haider Khan Hoti’s residence at Nowshera Road detonated, severely wounding one (1) traffic police officer. IED Killed One, Wounded One in Peshawar http://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2016/06/16/national/policeman-martyred-another-hurt-inpeshawar-blast/ On 16 June, in Peshawar, capital of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province, an unknown IED targeting a police mobile van on Charsadda road detonated, killing one (1) police officer and wounding one (1) other. IED Killed Two in Sohbatpur http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=6/18/2016&id=1#1 On 17 June, in Goth Eid Muhammad Bugti, Sohbatpur district, Balochistan province, an unknown IED (landmine) detonated, killing two (2) children. VOIED Killed One in Loti http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=6/18/2016&id=1#1 On 17 June, in Loti, Dera Bugti district, Balochistan province, a VOIED (landmine) detonated after being stepped on, killing a local peace force member. IED Wounded Three in Mohmand Agency http://reliefweb.int/report/pakistan/landmine-blast-injures-three-boys-mohmand On 19 June, in Baizai tehsil, Mohmand Agency, Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), an unknown IED (landmine) detonated, wounding three (3) young boys. 86 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE PHILIPPINES Basilan Bombing Foiled http://mindanaoexaminer.com/basilan-bombing-foiled/ On 27 May, Police defused an improvised explosive assembled from a mortar round connected to a blasting cap and cell phone on a bridge in Lamitan City. The explosive was in a black backpack when police bomb experts carefully disarmed it. IED Detonated in Ipil http://news.abs-cbn.com/nation/regions/06/01/16/explosion-rocks-zamboanga-sibugay-town On 1 June, in Veterans Village Barangay, Ipil municipality, 2nd district, capital of Zamboanga Sibugay province, Mindanao, an unknown IED detonated near an attorney’s house destroying the concrete pavement surrounding the house, with no casualties. Explosives Found In Maute Group Camp http://news.abs-cbn.com/nation/regions/06/02/16/explosives-found-in-maute-group-camp On 1 June, fifteen improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were found at the main encampment of the terrorist Maute group in Barangay Poctan, Butig, Lanao del Sur. IED Found and Cleared in Marawi City http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/789019/roadside-bomb-defused-in-marawi-city On 3 June, in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur province, police found and cleared an unknown roadside IED targeting military forces during military operations. Complex Attack Killed One, Wounded Two in Baleno http://www.globaltimes.cn/content/987025.shtml On 5 June, in Lagta village, Baleno municipality, Masbate province, New Peoples Party (NPP) militants targeted a police patrol with an unknown roadside IED detonation followed by gunfire, killing one (1) policeman and wounding two (2) others. IED Wounded Four in Datu Unsay http://news.abs-cbn.com/nation/regions/06/07/16/4-soldiers-hurt-in-ied-blast-in-maguindanao On 7 June, in Meta village, Datu Unsay town, Maguindanao province, an unknown IED detonated on a military foot patrol, wounding four (4) soldiers. While the group responsible is unknown, the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and its breakaway Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) operate in the area. 87 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Wounded One in Timbangan http://news.abs-cbn.com/nation/regions/06/11/16/second-maguindanao-blast-this-weekwounds-one On 11 June, in Timbangan barangay, Indanan municipality, Maguindanao province, an unknown roadside IED detonated as a military truck and motorcycle passed by, wounding one (1) civilian on the motorcycle. Authorities believe the army vehicle was the intended target. SAUDI ARABIA IED Killed One, Wounded Three in Jizan http://www.el-balad.com/2232689 On 24 May, in Jizan region, an unknown IED (mine) detonated near the Yemen border, killing one (1) Saudi border guard and wounding three (3) others. SYRIA Bombings In Kurdish Area Kill 8 http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-05/22/c_135379197.htm http://ekurd.net/bombs-syrian-kurdistan-2016-05-22 On 21 May, five Kurdish security personnel with the Assayish Forces were killed, when two car bombs driven by the Islamic State (IS) militants went off near Assyaish checkpoints in the town of Aliah in the town of Tamr in the countryside of al-Hasakah. In the city of Qamishli inside al-Hasakah, three civilians were killed when two IS suicide bombers detonated themselves inside a restaurant and a bakery in a Christian-dominated before midnight. VBIED Found and Cleared in Deir Ezzor http://sana.sy/en/?p=77863 On 21 May, in southwestern Deir Ezzor city, Deir Ezzor province, Syrian Army units found and cleared/destroyed an Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) VBIED during combat operations. Five PBIEDs, Two VBIEDs Killed 120 in Syria http://www.businessinsider.com/r-blasts-hit-syrian-coastal-city-causing-casualties-monitorstate-tv-201688 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE 5?utm_source=feedburner&%3Butm_medium=referral&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=F eed%3A+businessinsider+%28Business+Insider%29&utm_content=Netvibes On 23 May, in Jableh district, Latakia province and Tartous district, Tartous province, ISIS (targeting a hospital and two bus stations) detonated five (5) PBIEDs and two (2) VBIEDs, killing 53 people in Jableh and more than 48 others in Tartous. IED Wounded One in Al Kisweh http://sana.sy/en/?p=78213 On 24 May, in al Kisweh, Damascus province, an unknown IED attached to a private car detonated at al Toum roundabout, wounding one (1) civilian. SVBIED Interdicted in Al Furqlus https://www.almasdarnews.com/article/isis-night-raid-furqlus-eastern-homs-repelled-syrianarmy/ On 24 May, in eastern al Furqlus, Homs province, Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) soldiers interdicted/destroyed an ISIS SVBIED during clashes. IED Wounded One in Sari Kani http://www.hawarnews.com/ان فجار-ل غم-ب ط فل/ On 27 May, in Mabrouka, Ras al Ayn (Sari Kani) district, al Hasakah province, a DAISH emplaced unknown IED (mine) detonated, wounding a child in the hand, ear, and face. Explosives Found and Cleared in As Suwayda http://sana.sy/en/?p=78623 On 28 May, in al Efeineh, southern As Suwayda province, Popular Defense Groups found and cleared a vehicle containing 70kg of TNT, an unknown number of RPG rounds, and a 23mm cannon barrel during security operations. Three PBIEDs Killed Four, Wounded 18 in Al Shaddadah http://aranews.net/2016/05/four-kurdish-fighters-killed-isis-suicide-attack-near-hasakah/ On 28 May, in southern Al Shaddadah sub district, al Hasakah district, al Hasakah province, three (3) ISIS PBIEDs targeting Kurdish Peoples Protection Units (YPG) detonated, killing four (4) Kurdish YPG forces and wounding more than 12 others. 89 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Two VBIEDs Detonated in Marea http://www.worldbulletin.net/haberler/173213/isil-opposition-clashes-rock-northeast-syriatown On 28 May, in Marea, Azaz district, Aleppo province, two (2) ISIL VBIEDs detonated during a complex attack. The VBIEDs were used in conjunction with tanks during ISIL’s attack on the town of Marea. No casualty information was provided. Nine VBIEDs Detonated in Kafr Kalbin http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/05/28/46476 On 28 May, in Kafr Kalbin, Aleppo province, at least nine (9) Islmic State (IS) emplaced VBIEDs detonated. Scores Of Al Nusra Commanders Killed In Bomb Blast In Idlib http://en.farsnews.com/newstext.aspx?nn=13950308000640 On 28 May, tens of al-Nusra commanders and their guards were killed and many more were wounded in explosion of a bomb-laden car near Sho'ayb mosque in al-Dhabit district of Idlib city. IED Found and Cleared in Saida http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/05/28/46482 On 28 May, in Saida, Daraa province, soldiers found and cleared an unknown IED (landmine) emplaced at a Jaish al Yarmouk (Yarmouk Army) commander’s home in an assassination attempt. The gunmen who were emplacing the IED fled before completing the emplacement. IED Wounded One in Al Hasaka http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/05/28/46482 On 28 May, in al Milbiyyeh, al Hasaka province, an unknown IED detonated, wounding one (1) civilian. Two VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Northern Syria http://www.dailysabah.com/war-on-terror/2016/05/30/turkish-military-kills-28-daeshterrorists-in-northern-syria\ On 30 May, in northern Syria, Turkish military forces found and cleared/destroyed two (2) VBIEDs and killed at least 28 Ad-Dawlah Al-Islamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) terrorists in retaliation to rocket fire. 90 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Two VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Deir Ezzor http://sana.sy/en/?p=78801 On 30 May, around Tharda Mountain, Deir Ezzor province, the Syrian Army found and cleared/destroyed two (2) VBIEDs emplaced by Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorists. IED Factory Found and Cleared in Homs http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:DxZ1sLT_kWgJ:en.farsnews.com/new stext.aspx%3Fnn%3D13950311000980&num=1&hl=en&gl=us&strip=0&vwsrc=0 On 31 May, in Huwiesis village, Homs province, the Syrian Army found and cleared an Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) IED factory and killed 34 terrorists. SVBIEDs Interdicted in Deir Ezzor http://en.farsnews.com/newstext.aspx?nn=13950312001132 On 31 May, in Panorama district, Deir Ezzor city (provincial capital), Syrian soldiers interdicted/detonated an undisclosed number of Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) SVBIEDs before they could reach army positions. ISIL left at least eight (8) dead members and fled the area. SVBIED Killed Two, Wounded Four in Latakia http://sana.sy/en/?p=79102 On 2 June, in Latakia city, capital of Latakia province, an SVBIED (motorcycle) detonated near the al Khulafaa al Rashideen Mosque, killing two (2) civilian and wounding four (4) others. SVBIED Detonated in Aleppo http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/03/46773 On 2 June, in Aleppo province, a Jabhad al Nusra SVBIED (targeting regime forces) detonated. Casualty information was not provided. IED Killed One in Maarrat Al Numan http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/04/46875 On 4 June, in Maarrat al Numan district, Idlib province, an unknown roadside IED detonated, killing a commander in the Aharar al Sham. IED Killed Three in Ayn Issa http://www.publicnow.com/view/7819865005BFF5604E98D9E432D7ECEE551ED279?2016-0605-01:00:51+01:00-xxx971 91 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 4 June, in Ayn Issa, Tell Abyad district, al Raqqah province, an unknown IED detonated, killing three (3) Yekineyen Parastina Gel (YPG) fighters. IED Detonated in Daraa http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/10/47241 On 10 June, in Maliha, Daraa province, an unknown IED detonated near a checkpoint. Casualty information was not provided. IED Killed One in Maarat Al Numan http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/10/47262 On 10 June, in Maarat al Numan district, Idlib province, an unknown roadside IED detonated on KafarNubol-Kensafra Road, killing one (1) rebel. Two VBIEDs Found and Cleared in Manbij http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/10/47243 On 10 June, in Manbij district, Aleppo province, coalition aircraft found and cleared/destroyed two (2) VBIEDs near Etihad University during combat air operations. VBIED and PBIED Killed 20, Wounded 30 in Sayeda Zeinab http://edition.cnn.com/2016/06/11/middleeast/syria-food-aid-strikes/index.html http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/damascus-bombings-twin-blasts-hitsyrian-capital-suburb-a7076331.html On 11 June, in Sayeda Zeinab, Markaz Rif Dimashq district, Rif Dimashq province, a VBIED and PBIED detonated, killing at least 20 people (13 civilians, seven (7) Syrian government forces) and wounding more than 30 others outside the Shiite shrine. IED Wounded Two in Aleppo http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/11/47311 On 11 June, in Sheikh Issa, northern Aleppo province, an unknown IED (landmine) detonated, wounding two (2) civilians. Four PBIEDs Killed 16 in Resafa http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/11/47295 On 11 June, in Resafa, al Raqqah province, four (4) “caliphate cubs” (child fighters) PBIEDs detonated, killing at least 16 fighters from both the Syrian government forces and rebels. 92 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Wounded One in Hasaka http://sana.sy/en/?p=79897 On 11 June, between Ras al Ain and Mabrouka, Hasaka province, an Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) emplaced unknown roadside IED (landmine) detonated, wounding a water tank driver as he was driving by. IED Killed One, Wounded Two in Aleppo http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/12/47412 On 12 June, in northern Aleppo province, an unknown IED detonated, killing an Islamic army commander and wounding two (2) of his bodyguards. IED Wounded “General Amir” in Horan http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/13/47463 On 13 June, in between Sidon (Saida) and Kahil towns, the Horan Plain, Daraa province, an unknown IED targeting the “General Amir” of Jabhat Al Nusra detonated, wounding him. Explosion Heard in Idlib http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/13/47505 On 13 June, in Idlib province, an unknown explosion was heard between Karar Nubol and Hazarin, with no casualties reported. Regime Helicopters Dropped Barrel Bombs http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/14/47553?doing_wp_cron=1466409358.17237401008605 95703125 On 14 June, in Daraya city, Rif Dimashq province, Syrian regime helicopters dropped at least eight (8) barrel bombs, with no casualties reported. Two SVBIEDs, 5 PBIEDs Detonated in Manbij http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/17/47745 On 17 June, in southern Manbij district, Aleppo province, two (2) Islamic State (IS) SVBIEDs and five (5) IS PBIEDs targeting Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) bastions detonated. No casualties have been reported at this time. VBIED Interdicted in Al Rayan http://world.einnews.com/article/331558258/foIe_5UTFZM4n-kt 93 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 18 June, near al Rayan village, Homs district, Homs province, Syrian Air forces interdicted/destroyed an Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) emplaced VBIED during combat air operations. IED Killed One in Manbij http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/18/47850 On 18 June, in al Shash village, Manbij district, Aleppo province, an unknown IED (mine) detonated, killing one (1) boy. IED Wounded Civilians in Idlib http://www.presstv.ir/Detail/2016/06/18/471000/Syria-Aleppo-mortar-attacks-alNusra-Front On 18 June, in Idlib city, Idlib province, an unknown IED detonated, wounding an unknown number of civilians. IED Detonated in Daraa http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/18/47797 On 18 June, near Hod al Yarmouk, western Daraa province, an unknown IED detonated near a Fajr al Islam faction monitored checkpoint. No casualties were reported. IED Killed Two in Manbij http://www.syriahr.com/en/2016/06/18/47811 On 18 June, in Om al Safa village, Manbij district, Aleppo province, an Islamic State (IS) emplaced unknown IED (landmine) detonated, killing two (2) people. PBIED Killed Three, Wounded Five in Qamishli http://gulfnews.com/news/mena/syria/suicide-attack-kills-3-at-christian-massacre-memorial-insyria1.1848623?utm_content=1.1848623&utm_medium=RSS&utm_source=Feeds&utm_campaign=Suici de+attack+kills+3+at+Christian+massacre+memorial+in+Syria&localLinksEnabled=false&utm_term= News+RSS+feed On 19 June, in Qamishli district, al Hasakah province, a PBIED detonated near a checkpoint, killing three (3) Soroto members and wounding five (5) others. VBIED Killed 21, Wounded 10 in Hama https://en.zamanalwsl.net/news/16491.html 94 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 19 June, in Athariya village, Hama city, Hama province, an ISIS emplaced VBIED detonated at an army checkpoint, killing at least 21 regime troops and wounding 10 others. PBIED Killed One in Damascus https://en.zamanalwsl.net/news/16491.html On 19 June, in al Qutaifiya city, northeastern Damascus province, an ISIS PBIED detonated, killing Brigadier General Abdullah Ali. Trenches Blown Up, Dozens Wounded in Maydaa http://www.islamicinvitationturkey.com/2016/06/19/video-syrian-army-troops-intensify-antiterrorism-attacks-in-east-of-damascus/ On 19 June, in the Eastern Ghouta region, northern Maydaa, Douma district, Rif Dimashq province, Syrian Regime forces detonated several trenches, wounding dozens of Jeishal Islam fighters. IED Detonated in Zamalka http://www.islamicinvitationturkey.com/2016/06/19/video-syrian-army-troops-intensify-antiterrorism-attacks-in-east-of-damascus/ On 19 June, in Zamalka, suburb of Damascus, Markaz Rif Dimashq district, Rif Dimashq province, Syrian Regime forces detonated a long tunnel-bomb under the Faylaq al Rahman’s command-andcontrol center. THAILAND IED Wounded One in Khok Pho http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/security/987905/bomb-blast-in-pattani-causes-minorinjury On 25 May, in Khok Pho district, Pattani province, an unknown roadside IED detonated as a local security forces convoy drove by, wounding one (1) member. Complex Attack Killed Two in Chaloem http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/security/996269/two-soldiers-killed-in-narathiwat On 31 May, in Chaloem sub-district, Rangae district, Narathiwat province, an unknown IED (cooking gas cylinder) detonated when rangers drove back to their base after buying food. Attackers then fired upon the rangers, killing them. 95 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Detonated in Panare http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/security/1003125/two-bombs-explode-in-pattani On 6 June, in Panare district, Pattani province, an unknown IED detonated at a public library, with no casualties. IED Detonated in Mayo http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/security/1003125/two-bombs-explode-in-pattani On 6 June, in Ban Tabae, Langa tambon (sub district), Mayo district, Pattani province, an unknown IED detonated on the 2nd floor of a new office of the Provincial Electricity Authority, with no casualties reported. VBIED Wounded Seven in Bank Khao http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/security/1006013/pattani-motorcycle-bomb-hurts-sevensoldiers-civilians On 9 June, in Moo 1 village, Bang Khao sub-district, Nong Chik district, Pattani province, a VBIED (motorcycle) parked near the bridge on Pattani-Don Yarng Highway detonated, wounding two (2) senior soldiers in a Toyota sedan and five (5) civilians in a bus. Intelligence agencies had warned police and military officers the night before of suspected insurgents planning an attack in Nong Chik. Two RCIEDs Detonated in Mueang Pattani http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/security/1014377/2-bombs-2-fires-hit-pattani-town On 19 June, in Nakha tambon, Mueang Pattani district, Pattani province, a 10kg RCIED placed in a foam box detonated at Siripong fish pier in the Pattani River. Approximately five (5) minutes later, a second 10kg RCIED (placed in a foam box) detonated behind the Sabarang Community School. No casualties were reported, though many fishing boats were damaged. YEMEN VBIED Prematurely Detonated in Mukalla http://www.voanews.com/content/militants-killed-in-yemen/3340892.html On 22 May, in Rawkab, Mukalla, Hadhramaut governorate, an unknown VBIED prematurely detonated, killing three (3) militants. Two IEDs Killed 40 in Aden http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-36357133 96 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE http://english.alarabiya.net/en/News/middle-east/2016/05/23/Deadly-car-bomb-attack-hitsYemen-s-Aden.html On 23 May, in Aden, Khormaksar district, Aden governorate, an Islamic State (IS) PBIED targeting army recruits detonated outside the home of a general, killing 34 recruits. Additionally, an IS emplaced unknown IED detonated near an army base, killing seven (7) soldiers. IED Killed Two, Wounded Several in Sanaa http://www.news24.com/World/News/campus-bomb-kills-two-in-yemen-20160524 http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2016/05/yemen-bomb-attack-sanaa-university-kills160524080939591.html On 24 May, in Sanaa, an unknown IED detonated at a university campus, killing two (2) people and wounding several others. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the event. 3 Bombs Found In Aden Mosques http://www.thenational.ae/world/middle-east/friday-prayers-cancelled-after-three-bombsfound-in-aden-mosques On 27 May, in two districts of Aden were found 3 bombs in different mosques. Yemen Foils Al Qaeda Attack In Mukalla - Arrests Al Qaeda Member http://www.reuters.com/article/us-yemen-security-idUSKCN0YO1YT On 2 June, Yemen foiled an attack by al Qaeda militants that planned to target local administrative headquarters in the city of Mukalla the UAE state news agency WAM, after security forces found a car laden with explosives that an al Qaeda suspect was planning to blow up. 97 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE EUROPE CYPRUS False Bomb Threat Alert At Larnaca Airport http://www.sigmalive.com/en/news/local/145483/false-bomb-threat-alert-at-larnaca-airport On 31 May, Larnaca Airport was put on alert after a cleaning lady discovered a note stating that there was a bomb on an Aegean Airlines aircraft. CZECH REPUBLIC Lower House Session Ends Early Due To Bomb Threat http://praguemonitor.com/2016/06/02/lower-house-session-ends-early-due-bomb-threat On 1 June, the session of the Chamber of Deputies, the lower house of Czech parliament, was terminated ahead of schedule due to an anonymous threat with an improvised explosive device being placed on its premises. GEORGIA Explosives, 15 IEDs Found and Cleared in Samtskhe-Javakheti http://eng.kavkaz-uzel.ru/articles/35731/ On 28 May, in Samtskhe-Javakheti region, police found and cleared 3.7kg TNT, 15 unknown IEDs (eight (8) anti-personnel mines and seven (7) anti-tank mines), and various other war materials. ITALY IED Found and Cleared in Parma http://zeenews.india.com/news/world/parcel-bomb-found-at-eu-food-watchdog-initaly_1892765.html On 7 June, in Parma, Emilia-Romagna region, a bomb disposal team found and cleared an unknown IED in the mail room of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) headquarters. 98 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Found and Cleared in Turin http://www.lifeinitaly.com/news/explosive-found-front-turin-post-office On 9 June, in Turin, capital of Turin province, Piedmont region, bomb experts found and cleared an unknown IED (oil tank and wires) in front of the post office. Police are investigating the incident. POLAND Series Of Bomb Alerts Hits Poland http://www.thenews.pl/1/9/Artykul/254908,Series-of-bomb-alerts-hits-Poland On 30 May, Police responded to 39 bomb alerts in the capital alone, in ministries and state institutions such as the Regional Prosecutor’s Office. Nationwide state offices, media outlets, hotels and shopping centers were targeted by what transpired to be a hoax. RUSSIA IEDs Found and Cleared in Ingushetia http://www.rferl.org/content/russia-ingushetia-islamic-state-arrests/27749443.html On 21 May, in Ingushetia, North Caucasus region, security personnel found and cleared an unknown number of Islamic State (IS) owned unknown IEDs, grenades, and assault rifles. In addition, four (4) IS militants were also detained during the security operations. IED Found and Cleared in Nalchik http://tass.ru/en/world/879490 On 1 June, in Nalchik city, capital of Kabardino-Balkaria republic, North Caucasus region, law enforcement officials found and cleared an unknown IED (2kg fragmentation bomb) in the vehicle of an accomplice of militants. The vehicle owner was detained. Cache Found and Cleared in Ingushetia http://eng.kavkaz-uzel.ru/articles/35866/ On 10 June, in Sunzha, Ingushetia, North Caucasus region, Federal agents found and cleared an Islamic State (IS) cache consisting of one (1) unknown IED, components for making IEDs, grenades, weapons, and ammunition. 99 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Found and Cleared in Sergiyev Posad http://tass.ru/en/society/882172 On 15 June, in Sergiyev Posad, near Moscow, police found and cleared an arms depot and an unknown IED (self-made bomb) in a cafe. The depot’s owners have been detained. TURKEY VBIED Interdicted in Diyarbakir http://aa.com.tr/en/turkey/security-forces-seize-bomb-laden-vehicle-in-se-turkey/576221 On 21 May, in Yenisehir, Diyarbakir district, Diyarbakir province, security forces interdicted/destroyed a VBIED (tractor) near a security checkpoint, killing the driver who refused to stop. The driver was described as a Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) terrorist. IEDs Found and Cleared in Sirnak http://www.yenisafak.com/en/news/six-more-pkk-terrorists-killed-in-southeastern-turkey2470223 On 22 May, in Sirnak, Sirnak province, security forces found and cleared an unidentified number of unknown IEDs (booby-traps made with fruit) by Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) terrorists. PBIED Detonated in Gaziantep http://www.dailysabah.com/war-on-terror/2016/05/23/daesh-suicide-bomber-targeted-akparty-convention-before-blowing-himself-up-gaziantep-mayor-says On 23 May, in southeastern Gaziantep province, Southeastern Anatolia region, an Ad-Dawlah AlIslamiyah Al-Iraq wa Al-Sham (DAISH) PBIED, targeting the ruling Justice and Development Party's (AK Party) emergency convention detonated, killing/injuring only himself. 1,000 IEDs Found and Cleared in Sirnak http://aa.com.tr/en/todays-headlines/turkish-security-forces-destroy-2-200-explosive-devices/577855 On 23 May, in Sirnak province, security forces found and cleared over 1,000 Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) emplaced unknown IEDs. IED Killed Four, Wounded Four in Van http://www.presstv.ir/Detail/2016/05/24/467231/Turkey-Van-PKK-Semdinli-Daesh 100 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE http://www.reuters.com/article/us-turkey-security-kurds-idUSKCN0YF27E On 24 May, in Van province, southeastern region, an unknown roadside IED detonated near a military convoy, killing four (4) soldiers and wounding four (4) others. VBIED Killed Three, Wounded Nine in Midyat http://aa.com.tr/en/todays-headlines/pkk-car-bomb-attack-in-se-turkey-martyrs-3-securitymen/578719 http://in.reuters.com/article/turkey-security-kurds-idINKCN0YG2NZ On 25 May, in Midyat district, Mardin province, a Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) emplaced VBIED targeting the Anitli Gendarmerie Command HQ detonated, killing three (3) elements and wounding nine (9) others. PBIED Found and Cleared in Akcakale http://www.dailysabah.com/war-on-terror/2016/05/27/daesh-suspect-allegedly-planning-toattack-in-istanbul-detained-in-southeast-turkey On 26 May, in Akcakale district, southeastern Sanlıurfa province, security forces found and cleared a DAISH PBIED during a counter terrorism operation. The suicide bomber was planning to attack an unidentified location in Istanbul. Nine IEDs Found and Cleared in Nusaybin http://www.worldbulletin.net/haberler/173211/21-pkk-members-killed-in-se-turkey-operations On 28 May, in Nusaybin district, Mardin province, security forces found and cleared nine (9) unknown IEDs. Additionally, four (4) terrorists were also killed during the clearance operations. RCIED Killed Two, Wounded One in Van http://af.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idAFKCN0YL0X5 On 30 May, in Van city, Van province, a Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) emplaced RCIED detonated against an armored police vehicle, killing two (2) police officers and wounding one (1) other. VBIED Wounded Six in Diyarbakir http://www.el-balad.com/2244674 On 30 May, in between Lice and Kulp districts, Diyarbakir province, PKK terrorists detonated a VBIED on the Lice-Kulp Highway, wounding five (5) guards and one (1) civilian. 101 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED Killed Four, Wounded 19 in Silopi https://www.yahoo.com/news/four-civilians-killed-19-people-wounded-blast-se174545251.html On 30 May, in Silopi town, Sirnak province, an unknown IED detonated, killing four (4) civilians and wounding 19, including five (5) members of the security forces. IED Wounded 12 Officers in Nusaybin http://news.az/articles/world/108542 http://www.dailysabah.com/war-on-terror/2016/06/01/terrorist-pkk-roadside-bomb-injures12-in-southeastern-turkeys-nusaybin On 31 May, in Nusaybin district, Mardin province, a Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) emplaced unknown roadside IED detonated when a military vehicle passed by, wounding 12 security officers. IED Wounds Seven in Diyarbakir http://www.foxnews.com/world/2016/06/03/roadside-bomb-in-southeast-turkey-wounds-7soldiers.html http://www.worldbulletin.net/news/173416/pkk-bomb-attack-wounds-7-soldiers-in-se-turkey On 3 June, in Diyarbakir province, a Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) emplaced unknown roadside IED targeting a military vehicle detonated, wounding seven (7) soldiers. No one or group has yet to claim responsibility for the attack. RC-VBIED Killed 11, Wounded 36 in Istanbul https://www.yahoo.com/news/explosion-rocks-istanbul-district-near-bus-stop-wounded061001975.html On 7 June, in Instanbul, an RC-VBIED targeting a police bus detonated near the main tourist district, a major university and the mayor’s office, killing 11 people and wounding 36 more. No group has claimed responsibility. VBIED Killed Three, Wounded 30 in Midyat http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2016/06/car-bomb-targets-police-station-turkey-mardin160608083047555.html http://www.el-balad.com/2266586 102 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE On 8 June, in Midyat, Mardin province, a Kurdistan Worker’s Party (PKK) emplaced VBIED targeting a police station detonated, killing three (3) people, including a police officer and wounded more than 30 others. Four Suicide Vests Found and Cleared in Tarsus http://www.dailysabah.com/war-on-terror/2016/06/09/security-forces-seize-4-suicide-vestsready-for-use-in-southern-turkey On 9 June, in Tarsus district, Mersin province, security forces found and cleared four (4) packages, each containing a suicide bomb vest and six (6) poles reinforced with iron balls on the roadside of TEM highway. IED Found and Cleared in Istanbul https://www.cihan.com.tr/en/istanbul-car-bomb-attack-vezneciler-fatih-polis-grenade2091672.htm On 13 June, in Istanbul, a bomb squad found and cleared an unknown IED inside a suspicious package. Prime Minister Binali Yildirim said the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) stands behind the attack. SVBIED Wounded Nine in Ovacik https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/middle_east/report-9-injured-in-car-bomb-explosionin-southeast-turkey/2016/06/13/21f16094-315c-11e6-ab9d-1da2b0f24f93_story.html On 13 June, in Ovacik, capital of Ovacik district, Tunceli province, an SVBIED targeting court officials detonated close to employee housing, wounding at least nine (9) people, including one (1) police officer. 6 Police Wounded In Explosion In Eastern Turkey http://www.thestate.com/news/nation-world/world/article83675052.html On 14 June, an improvised explosive device went off as an armored police vehicle was traveling on a road near the town of Gevas, in Van province, 6 police officers were wounded. IED Wounded Three Soldiers in Semdinli http://www.worldbulletin.net/roadside-pkk-bomb-attack-wounds-3-soldiers-in-seturkey/173842/roadside-pkk-bomb-attack-wounds-3-soldiers-in-se-turkey On 15 June, near Sapatan village, Semdinli district, Hakkari province, the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) detonated an unknown roadside IED as a military vehicle passed by, wounding three (3) soldiers. 103 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE UNITED KINGDOM Petrol Bomb Thrown At Police Vehicle In Carrickfergus http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/petrol-bomb-thrown-at-police-carin-carrickfergus-castlemara-attack-34737104.html On 22 May, a petrol bomb was thrown at a police vehicle in Carrickfergus early. No injuries or damage was caused. IED Found and Cleared in Cambridge http://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/Bomb-squad-called-dispose-home-explosive-device/story29342897-detail/story.html On 31 May, in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire county, police were called to a house on Norfolk Street where they found an unknown IED. An Army explosive ordinance disposal (EOD) unit cleared the IED. The incident is not being linked to terrorism. Additionally, police detained one (1) suspect. Suitcase Blown Up By Bomb Squad In Derby City Centre http://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/Suitcase-blown-bomb-squad-Derby-city-centre/story29370810-detail/story.html On 7 June, a suitcase was blown up by bomb squad officials during a suspicious package scare in Derby city centre. Police Blow Up Suspicious Car Left Outside The Israeli Embassy In London http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/kensington-explosion-police-blow-up-8143638 On 8 June, Police have blown up a suspicious car left outside the Israeli Embassy in west London. Petrol Bomb Attack In Lisburn http://www.newstalk.com/Police-in-the-north-investigating-petrol-bomb-attack-in-Lisburn On 12 June, a number of petrol bombs had been thrown at a ground floor window of the flat at around 2.30am. The window was broken and scorch damage caused inside the flat as a result. Noone was at home at the time of the incident and there were no reports of any injuries. Explosives/IED Components Found and Cleared in North Belfast http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-36542570 On 15 June, in North Belfast, army bomb experts found and cleared an undisclosed number of unknown explosives. During the security alert, a bag of IED components (to make pipe bombs) was found on Etna Street and removed for examination. 104 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Man Detained with IED Components in Dublin http://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/man-arrested-after-being-found-with-bombparts-in-dublin-1.2687053 On 16 June, in the Store Street area, Dublin, Leinster province, police detained a man in possession of IED components. UKRAINE Large Cache With Weapons - Explosives Found In Kyiv http://uatoday.tv/crime/large-cache-with-weapons-explosives-found-in-kyiv-photos-video667121.html On 3 June, Kyiv police have found an arsenal of weapons and explosives in one of private garages in Podil district of the city. Ukraine Arrests Frenchman For Plotting Attacks On Euro 2016 http://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/ukraine-arrests-french-man-plotting-attacks-euro2016-39634838 On 6 June, A Frenchman with an arsenal of weapons and a grudge against his government's immigration policies was detained as he tried to leave Ukraine and launch an assault on the European Championship. VOIED Killed One, Wounded Seven in Maryinka http://uatoday.tv/politics/two-ukrainian-soldiers-killed-ten-wounded-as-militants-launchdozens-of-attacks-along-the-frontline-670981.html On 10 June, in Slavne, Maryinka district, Donetsk Oblast (province), a VOIED (antitank mine) detonated after being run over by a military truck, killing one (1) Ukrainian soldier and wounded seven (7) others. IED Killed Two in Luhansk http://gulfnews.com/news/europe/three-ukrainian-soldiers-killed-in-separatist-east-military1.1848611 On 19 June in Luhansk, Luhanska oblast, an unknown IED detonated, killing two (2) servicemen. 105 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE OCEANIA/AUSTRALIA AUSTRALIA Liquid Explosive Destroyed ATM in Adelaide http://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/2016/05/27/explosive-used-failed-sa-atm-robbery On 27 May, in Adelaide, capital of South Australia state, unidentified would-be thieves blew up part of an ATM in an attempted robbery near the Adelaide Zoo. An explosive liquid material, which had never been used before as a makeshift bomb in Australia, destroyed the front of the ATM. No money was stolen as the rest of the ATM stayed intact during the blast. Bomb Squad Called To Stratton Traffic Stop https://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/wa/a/31744040/bomb-squad-called-to-traffic-stop/ On 2 June, Police searched the car and allegedly found a loaded pen gun on one of the men. Powergel explosives and a detonator was also located in the vehicle, causing police to block off the area to allow Bomb Squad officers to conduct a further examination. IED Found and Cleared in Norlane http://www.geelongadvertiser.com.au/news/crime-court/norlane-street-in-lockdown-as-policeprob-car-bomb/news-story/ebe132437cd355de1d57f62cefc8880e On 16 June, in Norlane, Geelong, Victoria state, police found and cleared an unknown IED (pipe bomb) inside a car on the corner of Robin Avenue and Swallow Crescent. 106 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE STATISTICS IED EVENTS BY CONTINENT ASIA AFRICA S. AMERICA C. AMERICA N. AMERICA OCEANIA/AUSTRALIA MAY/16 168 29 9 1 3 1 JUNE/16 237 32 19 0 9 1 EUROPE 18 22 250 200 ASIA AFRICA 150 S. AMERICA C. AMERICA N. AMERICA 100 AUSTRALIA/OCEANIA EUROPE 50 0 MAY/16 JUNE/16 107 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED LETHALITY BY CONTINENT MAY/16 JUNE/16 ASIA AFRICA S. AMERICA C. AMERICA N. AMERICA OCEANIA/AUSTRALIA EUROPE 3.33 1.65 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.63 2.15 4.88 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.88 108 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED EVENTS BY CONTINENT EXPLOSION FIND/CACHE HOAX FALSE OTHER ASIA 265 139 1 AFRICA S. AMERICA C. AMERICA N. AMERICA OCEANIA/AUSTRALIA 37 2 1 24 28 1 5 1 2 109 EUROPE 16 21 1 2 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED TYPES TENDENCY (ALL CONTINENTS) ABIED ANIMAL BIED MAY/16 JUNE/16 PBIED 26 28 CWIED 3 RCIED 7 5 110 SVBIED 6 13 VBIED 21 35 VOIED 34 64 WBIED OTHER 122 156 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED TYPES TENDENCY – ASIA ABIED ANIMAL BIED MAY/16 JUNE/16 PBIED 24 25 CWIED RCIED 5 3 111 SVBIED 6 10 VBIED 17 31 VOIED 33 58 WBIED OTHER 83 108 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED TYPES TENDENCY – AFRICA ABIED ANIMAL BIED MAY/16 JUNE/16 PBIED 3 CWIED RCIED 1 1 112 SVBIED 2 VBIED 1 3 VOIED 1 WBIED OTHER 24 18 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED TYPES TENDENCY – EUROPE ABIED ANIMAL BIED MAY/16 JUNE/16 PBIED 2 CWIED RCIED 1 1 113 SVBIED 1 VBIED 3 1 VOIED 1 WBIED OTHER 10 17 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IED TYPES TENDENCY - AMERICA ABIED ANIMAL BIED MAY/16 JUNE/16 PBIED CWIED RCIED 3 114 SVBIED VBIED VOIED 1 4 WBIED OTHER 10 12 COUNTER IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE REFERENCES Global IED Report – Joint Improvised Threat Defeat Agency Actualité MUNEX - 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