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An Iraqi explosive ordnance detonation team disarms a suicide bomber vest outside an International Zone checkpoint today. The suicide bomber was shot and captured after attempting to run away from the scene. Photo courtesy U.S. Army

An Iraqi explosive ordnance detonation team disarms a suicide bomber vest outside an International Zone checkpoint today. The suicide bomber was shot and captured after attempting to run away from the scene. Photo courtesy U.S. Army

An Iraqi explosive ordnance detonation team disarms a suicide bomber vest outside an International Zone checkpoint today. The suicide bomber was shot and captured after attempting to run away from the scene. Photo courtesy U.S. Army

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