ETA bombing at Madrid Barajas Airport ended ceasefire and peace talks.
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2006 Madrid Barajas International Airport bombing: Tragically, after months of peace negotiations, a bombing orchestrated by the separatist group ETA shattered the hopes for a peaceful resolution in Spain. The explosion occurred at Madrid Barajas International Airport, causing extensive damage and claiming two innocent lives. This devastating act of violence signified a turning point in the country's history. The bombing not only ended the active ceasefire between the Spanish government and ETA but also undermined the trust and progress made during the peace talks. Spain was plunged back into a state of heightened tension and uncertainty as it grappled with the aftermath of this attack. The incident prompted a renewed commitment to combating terrorism and addressing the root causes of separatist sentiment in the country, ultimately leading to the eventual dismantling of ETA in subsequent years. #SpainHistory #ETA #MadridBombing
Primary Reference: Country Reports on Terrorism 2019
Location : Spain

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