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  • Thai Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) officials examine Feb. 15, 2012, the damage caused by a blast at the house where suspected bomber Saeid Moradi was staying in Bangkok. Two Iranian suspects arrested in Bangkok after three explosions hit the city were likely planning to attack individuals but did not have the capacity to target large crowds or buildings, Thai police said. (Associated Press)

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