The Popular Mobilization Forces in Iraq shared something that is equal parts breathtaking and terrifying–footage of a car bomb explosion and its far-reaching shockwave.

According to Sploid, the explosion appears to be a controlled detonation executed by a bomb squad, which is how they were able to observe and film the blast from a safe distance. However, it looks like the bomb squad underestimated the force of the blast, sending the cameraman and audience of PMF soldiers stumbling backwards.

The bomb itself was likely planted by ISIS. While no one was hurt in this explosion, it’s a grim reminder of the obstacles and dangers American troops face while serving in Iraq.

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