In Iraq, at least 18 people were killed in a bomb attack on a predominantly Shia suburb of the capital Baghdad yesterday. Security sources said a suicide bomber detonated a vehicle in Sadr City, targeting a busy street full of garages and used-car dealers.<br/><br/>At least 42 people were also wounded in the attack, which was claimed by the Islamic State group. Baghdad saw a wave of deadly suicide attacks in the first few days of 2017, but the number has dropped recently.