November 2008 Terrorist Attack
Further information: 2008 Mumbai attacksOn November 26, 2008 The Oberoi, Mumbai & Trident, Nariman Point was taken over by terrorist organizations as a part of the 2008 Mumbai attacks. 32 staff and guests were killed during the 3-day siege.
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