In August 1998 members of Al - Qaeda set off simultaneous car bombs at the US Embassies in what two African nations?

In August 1998, members of Al-Qaeda set off simultaneous car bombs at the U.S. Embassies in Tanzania and Kenya. The attacks occurred on August 7, resulting in significant casualties and damage. The bombings marked a pivotal moment in U.S. counterterrorism efforts and heightened awareness of the threat posed by Al-Qaeda.