Date November 1, 2004 Non-fatal injuries 30+ Israeli civilians | Attack type suicide bombing | |
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Deaths 3 Israeli civilians (+ 1 bomber) Perpetrators Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine claimed responsibility | ||
The Carmel Market bombing was a suicide bombing which occurred on November 1, 2004 at the Carmel Market located at the heart of Tel Aviv's business district. Three people were killed in the attack and over 30 people were injured.
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The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine claimed responsibility for the attack.
The attack
On Monday, November 1, 2004, shortly after 11:00 am, a Palestinian suicide bomber wearing an explosive belt hidden underneath his clothes detonated the explosive device at the Carmel Market located at the heart of Tel Aviv's business district.
The blast killed three civilians and injured over 30 people.
Fatalities
The perpetrators
The Palestinian Marxist–Leninist militant group Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine claimed responsibility for the attack, and stated that the attack was carried out by a 16-year-old Palestinian named Amar Alfar who originated from the Palestinian city of Nablus in the West Bank.
Official reactions
Israel: Israeli Foreign Ministry spokesman urged the Palestinian Authority to crack down on armed militants.
Palestinian territories: