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Blasts hit Bhutto Karachi convoy Several killed in Bhutto blasts
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Several blasts have occurred near the motorcade carrying Pakistani ex-PM Benazir Bhutto, during her triumphant homecoming after eight years in exile. At least 20 people are reported killed and 60 wounded after two car bombs hit crowds greeting returning Pakistani ex-PM Benazir Bhutto.
Mrs Bhutto was on her way from Karachi airport to a welcome rally when the explosions took place. Mrs Bhutto was being driven in a convoy through crowded streets from Karachi airport to a rally to mark her homecoming after eight years in exile.
Initial reports said at least 15 people were injured in the blasts, but Mrs Bhutto was not thought to be among them. At least one vehicle was damaged. Mrs Bhutto was not thought to be among the casualties. Two cars are on fire.
Unconfirmed reports said several people were killed. Hundreds of thousands of people had turned out to greet the former PM, amid a huge security presence.
Hundreds of thousands of people had turned out to greet the former PM. Several Islamist groups including pro-Taleban militants have made threats against Mrs Bhutto.
The motorcade is now said to be at a standstill. The motorcade is now said to be at a standstill, and police have cordoned off the scene of the blasts.
The cause of the blasts is not clear. The area around a stage where she was due to give a speech to supporters has been evacuated.
Police say the bombings may have been suicide attacks.


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