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A powerful explosion rocked Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, late Thursday night when a buried World War II bomb detonated near a local rugby stadium. The blast injured a young man who has been rushed to hospital with arm wounds but remains in stable condition. Witnesses described a sudden, massive boom followed by flames shooting skyward and panic spreading through the streets.

This incident highlights the ongoing danger posed by unexploded ordnance left over from fierce WWII battles across the islands. Despite extensive clearance efforts by local authorities and international groups, many deadly bombs remain buried beneath homes and public areas, posing a persistent threat to residents. Experts warn that fires or construction can trigger these deadly remnants, underscoring the urgent need for continued clearance and caution. The Solomon Islands’ war legacy remains deadly decades after the fighting ended, with this blast serving as a tragic reminder of the lasting fallout.

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