6 Confirmed Dead in Terror Attack on Israelis in Bulgaria

It was not yet certain what caused the blast — whether it was the result of a suicide bomber or a device remotely detonated — and no group immediately claimed responsibility. Photo by Bulphoto

A bus carrying Israeli youth exploded Wednesday in a Bulgarian resort, killing at least six people and wounded more than 32, the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry said.

Five people died at the scene and one died later in hospital. Thirty-two people were admitted to hospital, of which three are in intensive care.

Media reports suggest the death toll may have reached seven.

Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak said the attack was probably initiated by a group under the auspices of "either Iran or other radical Muslim groups," and named Hezbollah and Hamas as likely suspects.

It was not yet certain what caused the blast — whether it was the result of a suicide bomber or a device remotely detonated — and no group immediately claimed responsibility.

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