Purported Boko Haram suicide attack kills seven, wounds 27 in CameroonDecember 11, 2015 - 18:55 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A suicide bomber killed seven people and wounded 27 in Cameroon's Far North region, Communication Minister Issa Tchiroma said on Friday, December 11, in an attack suspected to have been carried out by Boko Haram militants, Reuters reports. The Islamist militant group wants to establish a caliphate in northeastern Nigeria and its attacks have spilled across the borders of neighboring countries. "There were two suicide bombers. Only the first bomb exploded," said a local official. The bomb exploded in Kolofata, near the town's stadium, said a senior officer in the Cameroonian army. Authorities found a device for the second would-be bomber and are searching for the attacker who fled the scene. Suicide bombings, often performed by young women recruited by the extremist group, have become regular occurrences in the Far North region. Along with Chad, Niger, Nigeria and Benin, Cameroon has contributed troops to an 8,700-strong regional task force dedicated to fighting Boko Haram, although joint operations have yet to begin. The United States has also sent troops to supply intelligence and other assistance. Last week Cameroon's army said it had killed 100 members of the group and freed 900 hostages. The government denies Boko Haram holds territory in Cameroon. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event. Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party. Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims. Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |