Obama plans bombings , pledges his support for Iraq election . Death toll rises to 200 in suicide bombings , officials say . Two bombs explode outside government buildings in July . The blasts had ripple effects throughout the country , triggering questions about the state of Iraqi security and about national elections planned for January . In August , at least 100 killed , dozens injured in another twin bombing .
Obama plans bombings , pledges his support for Iraq election . Death toll rises to 200 in suicide bombings , officials say . Two bombs explode outside government buildings in July . In August , at least 100 killed , dozens injured in another twin bombing .