The Omagh Bombing

The Omagh Bombing was a car bomb explosion that occurred on August 15, 1998, in Omagh, Northern Ireland. Carried out by a republican paramilitary group, it targeted the town during a busy market day, killing 29 people and injuring about 220 others. The attack was part of the Troubles, a conflict over Northern Ireland’s political status, involving groups with differing views on unionism and nationalism. The bombing shocked the community and society worldwide, highlighting the devastating impact of political violence. It also played a role in promoting peace efforts and subsequent peace treaties in the region.