Najaf police say fireworks, not bomb, behind reported attack on candidate’s office

NAJAF — Police in Najaf issued a statement Thursday denying reports that the home and office of a parliamentary candidate in the Ansar neighborhood had been attacked with a sound bomb, saying the incident involved fireworks.

“Some media outlets and social media platforms reported that the office of a parliamentary candidate in the Ansar neighborhood of Najaf was attacked with a sound bomb,” the statement said.

Authorities said explosive experts, forensic teams, intelligence units and police dogs were dispatched to the site. “After examination, it was found that the object used was fireworks, while the specialized teams confirmed that the area was free of any explosive materials,” police said.

The clarification followed reports that the office of parliamentary candidate Sarah al-Zamili, running with the Khadamat Alliance, had been targeted. No injuries were reported.

Najaf police said security in the governorate remains stable and urged the public and media outlets to verify information through official channels.

The Khadamat Alliance condemned what it called a “cowardly attack” on al-Zamili’s office, describing it as a “serious security breach” and holding local authorities responsible. The alliance called on security forces to identify and prosecute those behind the act, saying it reflected the coalition’s growing support. It expressed solidarity with al-Zamili and vowed to press ahead with its political program despite what it described as attempts to disrupt it.