In addition, 45 people were injured.
The Iraqi authorities confirmed the death of 15 people in an explosion at a checkpoint police in southern Baghdad.
Earlier it was reported that a terrorist suicide bomber detonated an explosive device located at a checkpoint at the entrance to Baghdad.
According to the Agency, citing security officials and medics, a terrorist rode a tanker truck filled with explosives. Among the victims were three police officers. In addition, 45 people were injured.
Currently, none of the terrorist groups has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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