1998 Terrorism & Security Events — Verified Historical Highlights
1998 Terrorism & Security Events — Verified Historical Highlights | TakeMeBack.to
- 08 Jan Ramzi Yousef sentenced to life imprisonment for 1993 World Trade Center bombing: Ramzi Yousef, convicted of masterminding the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, was sentenced to life imprisonment without parole on January 8, 1998. The bombing resulted in six deaths and over 1,000 injuries. source: news.bbc.co.uk
- 25 Jan LTTE suicide attack on Temple of the Tooth: On January 25, 1998, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) carried out a suicide truck bombing at the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, Sri Lanka, resulting in 17 fatalities and over 25 injuries. The attack aimed to disrupt preparations for the 50th anniversary of Sri Lankan independence.
- 28 Jan Manila school hostage crisis unfolds: On January 28, 1998, a hostage crisis occurred at a school in Manila, Philippines, where armed individuals took students and teachers captive. The situation drew significant media attention and raised concerns about security in educational institutions. source: reuters.com
- 29 Jan Abortion clinic bombing in Birmingham: On January 29, 1998, an abortion clinic in Birmingham, Alabama, was bombed, resulting in significant damage and injuries. This act of violence was part of a series of attacks on reproductive health facilities in the United States. The incident raised concerns about the safety of healthcare providers and patients. source: reuters.com
- 14 Feb Eric Robert Rudolph suspected in abortion clinic bombing: On February 14, 1998, Eric Robert Rudolph was identified as a suspect in the bombing of an abortion clinic in Birmingham, Alabama. This incident was part of a series of attacks attributed to Rudolph, who was later convicted for his actions. source: fbi.gov
- 23 Feb Bin Laden issues anti-Western fatwa: On February 23, 1998, Osama bin Laden issued a fatwa calling for jihad against Americans and their allies. This declaration marked a significant moment in the rise of global terrorism and anti-Western sentiment. source: reuters.com
- 07 Aug Al-Qaeda embassy bombings in East Africa: On August 7, 1998, nearly simultaneous truck bombings targeted the U.S. embassies in Nairobi, Kenya, and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The attacks resulted in 224 fatalities, including 12 Americans, and over 4,500 injuries. Al-Qaeda claimed responsibility for the bombings, marking a significant escalation in its anti-American activities. source: cia.gov
- 15 Aug Omagh bombing: Deadliest terrorist attack in Northern Ireland: The Omagh bombing occurred on August 15, 1998, resulting in 29 deaths and over 200 injuries. It was the deadliest single incident during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, attributed to the Real IRA. source: bbc.com
- 16 Aug Omagh bombing: devastating terrorist attack in Northern Ireland: The Omagh bombing on August 16, 1998, was a tragic event that resulted in numerous casualties. It was a significant moment in the history of the Northern Ireland conflict, highlighting the ongoing violence. source: bbc.com
- 20 Aug U.S. Embassy Bombings Retaliation: In response to the August 7, 1998, bombings of U.S. embassies in Nairobi, Kenya, and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, which killed over 220 people, the United States launched Operation Infinite Reach on August 20, 1998. This operation involved cruise missile strikes targeting al-Qaeda bases in Afghanistan and Sudan, aiming to disrupt terrorist activities linked to the bombings. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 21 Aug Omagh Bombing in Northern Ireland: On August 21, 1998, a car bomb exploded in Omagh, Northern Ireland, killing 29 people and injuring over 200. The Real IRA, a dissident republican group, claimed responsibility for the attack, marking it as the deadliest single incident during the Troubles. source: cnn.com
- 17 Sep U.S. terrorism suspects linked to embassy bombings: On September 17, 1998, U.S. authorities announced that several suspects had been linked to the bombings of U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania. This marked a significant development in the investigation of the attacks that occurred earlier that year. source: nytimes.com
- 14 Oct Eric Robert Rudolph Charged with Multiple Bombings: Eric Robert Rudolph was charged on October 14, 1998, for a series of bombings, including the 1996 Centennial Olympic Park bombing. His actions led to a nationwide manhunt. source: fbi.gov
- 08 Nov 1998 U.S. embassy bombings in East Africa: On November 8, 1998, the U.S. government linked Osama bin Laden to the bombings of its embassies in Kenya and Tanzania, which occurred earlier that year. This event marked a significant escalation in U.S. counterterrorism efforts against bin Laden and al-Qaeda. source: bbc.com
- 20 Nov Taliban court declares bin Laden 'without sin': On November 20, 1998, a Taliban court in Afghanistan declared Osama bin Laden 'without sin' in relation to accusations of terrorism. This ruling underscored the Taliban's support for bin Laden and their controversial stance on international terrorism. source: reuters.com
- 16 Dec Iraq Disarmament Crisis: Operation Desert Fox begins: On December 16, 1998, the United States and the United Kingdom launched Operation Desert Fox, a four-day bombing campaign targeting Iraq's weapons of mass destruction facilities, in response to Iraq's non-compliance with UN Security Council resolutions. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 26 Dec Iraq disarmament crisis escalation: On December 26, 1998, the Iraq disarmament crisis escalated as the United Nations Security Council authorized the use of force against Iraq for non-compliance with weapons inspections. This decision led to the commencement of Operation Desert Fox, a four-day bombing campaign targeting Iraqi military sites.
What happened in 1998?
Discover what the world looked like in 1998: