30 Killed in Iraq Suicide Blast

Iraqi officials say a suicide bomb blast Friday night has killed at least 30 people and wounded more than 80 others. Authorities say the suicide bomber detonated his explosive belt on an athletic field, 40 kilometers south of the capital, Baghdad. The French news agency reports the explosion happened when officials were handing out trophies to players after a local football tournament. The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attack.

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