On 7 July 2005, four suicide bombers attacked London's public transport, resulting in 52 deaths and over 770 injuries. The day began with optimism for London, celebrating its Olympic hosting victory, but turned to horror as confusion and terror swept the capital. This marked Britain's worst terrorist attack since the 1988 Lockerbie bombing. Emergency services responded rapidly, but various failures during the incident prompted intense scrutiny of police and security operations. Al-Qaeda claimed responsibility for the attacks, leading to further tension and tragic events, including the wrongful shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes by police.
"Shortly before 9am, four young suicide bombers attacked London's Underground and bus system, killing 52 passengers and injuring more than 770 people."
"Confusion, panic and then terror gripped the capital, as survivors emerged from Tube stations, some with lost limbs, others supporting their fellow travellers who were caked in dust."
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