London Bombings (2005)

The 2005 London Bombings were coordinated terrorist attacks on July 7, when four Islamist extremists set off bombs aboard three London subway trains and a double-decker bus during rush hour. The attacks resulted in 52 deaths and hundreds of injuries, aiming to target transportation and instill fear. They were carried out by individuals linked to extremist groups, highlighting the threat of terrorism within major cities. The incident prompted widespread security reviews and reinforced the importance of counter-terrorism efforts to protect public safety.