Islamabad Marriott Hotel Bombing Kills 54, Injures 266 – September 20, 2008
A dump truck full of explosives detonates in front of the Marriott hotel in Islamabad, Pakistan, killing 54 people and injuring 266 others.
Date: September 20, 2008
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