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Explosion in Spanish capital injures 21, three seriously

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Posted on September 13, 2025

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MADRID (Reuters) - An explosion in a cafe in the Spanish capital Madrid on Saturday injured 21 people, three of them seriously, emergency services said. The blast happened at 3 p.m. (0100 GMT) in

Explosion in Spanish capital injures 21, three seriously

(Corrects typo in 'injures' in headline)

MADRID (Reuters) - An explosion in a cafe in the Spanish capital Madrid on Saturday injured 21 people, three of them seriously, emergency services said.

The blast happened at 3 p.m. (0100 GMT) in Vallecas, a south-central district of Madrid, according to emergency services.

The cause of the explosion was not yet known.

(Reporting by Graham Keeley; Editing by Sharon Singleton)

Key Takeaways

  • An explosion occurred in a Madrid cafe.
  • 21 people were injured, three seriously.
  • The incident took place in Vallecas district.
  • Emergency services are investigating the cause.
  • The explosion happened at 3 p.m. local time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in Madrid on Saturday?
An explosion occurred in a cafe in Madrid, injuring 21 people, three of them seriously.
Where did the explosion take place?
The blast happened in Vallecas, a south-central district of Madrid.
What time did the explosion occur?
The explosion occurred at 3 p.m. local time, which is 0100 GMT.
Is the cause of the explosion known?
As of now, the cause of the explosion is not yet known.

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