What were the 7 July 2005 London bombings?
Q: What were the 7 July 2005 London bombings?
A: The 7 July 2005 London bombings (also called 7/7) were suicide bomb attacks on public transport in London by British Muslim extremists.
Q: When did the bombings occur?
A: The bombs exploded at 08:50 a.m. within fifty seconds of each other on three London Underground trains, and a fourth bomb exploded an hour later at 09:47 on a bus in Tavistock Square.
Q: How were the bombs made?
A: The bombs were homemade and carried in rucksacks that were set off by the bombers.
Q: Were there memorials to remember those who died or were hurt in the attack?
A: Yes, there were many memorials and services held in the United Kingdom and elsewhere to remember those who died or were hurt from the attacks, including a memorial in Hyde Park.
Q: How many people died as a result of the attacks?
A: There were 56 people who died from the attacks, and over 700 people who were hurt.
Q: Who was responsible for carrying out these attacks?
A: British Muslim extremists carried out these attacks during morning rush hour.
