Delhi Blast: 3 in i20 Car—Does It Rule Out a Fidayeen Attack?
A shocking car explosion near the Israeli Embassy in Delhi has reignited security concerns. With three people inside the Hyundai i20 during the blast, experts question whether this aligns with a fidayeen (suicide) attack. Here’s what we know.
What Happened? Key Details
- Location: Near 5 APJ Abdul Kalam Road, close to the Israel Embassy.
- Time: Around 4:30 PM on Tuesday.
- Casualties: One critically injured (30-year-old male), two with minor injuries.
- Vehicle: Hyundai i20, possibly a rental.
Eyewitnesses reported a loud explosion followed by smoke. The NSG and Delhi Police sealed the area immediately.
Fidayeen Attack or Accidental Blast? Critical Analysis
Why This May Not Be a Fidayeen Strike:
1. Survivors Present – Suicide attacks typically leave no survivors, yet two occupants escaped.
2. IED Malfunction Theory – A partial detonation could explain the incomplete destruction.
3. Ambiguous Target – The blast wasn’t directly at the embassy gates, raising doubts.
Possible Scenarios:
– Terror Attack (Botched or New Modus Operandi)
– Accidental Blast (Illegal transport of explosives/flammables)
Investigation: Key Angles
Authorities are probing:
✔ Foreign Terror Links (Iran-backed groups, anti-Israel elements)
✔ Domestic Extremism (Radicalized local networks)
✔ Criminal Nexus (Explosives trafficking)
Security & Diplomatic Response
- MEA has pledged tighter security for foreign missions.
- Israel yet to issue an official statement.
- Delhi remains on high alert, with increased patrols near diplomatic zones.
Expert Insight:
“Unusual for fidayeen attacks to involve multiple survivors, but we can’t rule out a failed operation.”
— Prateek Waghre, Security Analyst
Next Steps: Awaiting Forensic Reports
CCTV analysis and forensic tests will determine if this was terrorism, an accident, or a criminal act.
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