On August 15, 1998, a car bomb planted by the Real IRA exploded in Omagh, County Tyrone, killing twenty-nine people, including a woman pregnant with twins. The attack occurred on a busy Saturday shopping afternoon, causing widespread devastation and international condemnation. It was the deadliest single incident of The Troubles in Northern Ireland. The bombing led to renewed efforts for peace and security, and significant public outcry against paramilitary violence. The event remains a deeply tragic moment in Irish history, highlighting the devastating impact of sectarian conflict.
