Islamic state group claims deadly manchester concert bombing

The Islamic State (IS) group has claimed responsibility for the deadly bombing at a concert in Manchester, England, on May 22, 2017. The attack, which killed 22 people and injured dozens more, was carried out by a suicide bomber who detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) at the Manchester Arena, where American pop star Ariana Grande was performing.

In a statement released on its official news agency, Amaq, IS claimed that the bombing was carried out by one of its "soldiers" and was in response to the group's calls for attacks on Western targets. The statement also praised the bomber, who was identified as Salman Abedi, a 22-year-old British citizen of Libyan descent.

The bombing was the deadliest terrorist attack in the United Kingdom since the 7/7 attacks in London in 2005, and it sparked widespread outrage and condemnation. The attack was also widely condemned by world leaders, including British Prime Minister Theresa May, who described it as a "barbaric" act.

The investigation into the bombing is ongoing, and authorities have arrested several people in connection with the attack. The bombing has also raised concerns about the threat posed by IS and other terrorist groups in the UK and around the world.

Here are some key facts about the Manchester concert bombing:

• Date: May 22, 2017
• Location: Manchester Arena, Manchester, England
• Target: Ariana Grande concert
• Number of deaths: 22
• Number of injuries: Dozens
• Perpetrator: Salman Abedi, a 22-year-old British citizen of Libyan descent
• Motive: IS claimed responsibility for the attack, citing the group's calls for attacks on Western targets
• Investigation: Ongoing, with several people arrested in connection with the attack