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Two luxury hotels had been the target of terrorist violence when bombs exploded about 8 AM on July 17, 2009 in J.W. Marriot Hotel and Ritz Carlton Hotel in the capital city of Jakarta. At least 9 people were killed, injuring about 50 people. Among the dead are 18 foreigners, among them Americans. So far, no one claimed any responsibility, but Islamic terrorists were under suspicion.

“Friday's explosions are the first significant attacks in the capital in nearly five years. In September 2004, a powerful car bomb exploded outside the Australian embassy.

The Marriot was hit by a suicide bomber in 2003, a blast that left 12 dead. The Southeast Asian terror network Jemaah Islamiyah was blamed.”----VOA (07/17/09, Hamann, K.)

Police scoured the debris of broken glass and concrete to find clues on who was responsible. The explosives were detonated minures apart during the early morning rush hour. Rescue workers had difficulty reaching the crime scene.

The Philippine government expressed condolence to those who perished and issued a statement condemning the senseless attack. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said no Filipino was involved in the violence.(Photo Credit: Judhi) =0=

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