Package Bombs Explode at Rome Embassies, Injuring Two
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Package bombs exploded at the Swiss and Chilean embassies in Rome, injuring two employees, according to police and government officials.
The first bomb, hidden in a postal package, exploded about noon at the Swiss embassy, according to a statement from the mission. The victim suffered hand injuries and was taken to a Rome hospital. An explosion also occurred at the Chilean embassy, injuring an employee. The bombs were concealed in yellow packages, the size of video cassettes, broadcaster SkyTG 24 said.