December 30: What Happened on This Day in History

• 2020: On December 30, 2020, a devastating terrorist attack occurred at Aden International Airport in Yemen, resulting in at least 25 fatalities and over 110 injuries. The attack targeted the newly formed Yemeni government immediately after their arrival from Saudi Arabia. Prime Minister Maeen Abdulmalik Saeed, the Saudi ambassador, and other government officials were quickly evacuated to safety. While the Houthi rebels were initially blamed for the attack, they denied involvement. A subsequent explosion was reported at the presidential palace where the cabinet was in session, further escalating the security crisis. This incident highlighted the ongoing political instability and violent conflict in Yemen, which has been experiencing a complex civil war since 2014.
• 2014: Iraqi government forces and allied Shia militia successfully retook the town of Dhuluiya in Saladin Province, north of Baghdad, from the Islamic State of Iraq.
• 2011: McDonald's experienced a remarkable 31% stock rise in 2011, the largest gain in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. In contrast, Bank of America suffered a significant 59% loss, the biggest decline that year.
• 2010: Youssoufou Bambo, the ambassador of Côte d'Ivoire to the United Nations, warns that the country is on the 'brink of genocide'.
• 2004: A devastating fire occurred at the República Cromagnon nightclub during a rock concert, resulting in the tragic deaths of 194 people and injuring 714. The incident is considered one of the worst nightclub disasters in Argentine history.
• 1999: Fritz Leonhardt, a distinguished German structural engineer who made significant contributions to architectural engineering, passed away. Born in 1909, he was known for his innovative design approaches in structural engineering.
• 1998: While no specific major historical events were recorded for December 30, 1998, this day was part of a significant period marked by technological advancement, global economic shifts, and geopolitical changes. The late 1990s were characterized by the rapid growth of the internet, the dot-com boom, and increasing globalization. The world was on the cusp of the new millennium, with significant anticipation and preparations for the potential Y2K computer bug.
• 1996: Lew Ayres, a prominent American screen actor known for his roles in films like 'Salem's Lot' and 'State Fair', passed away at the age of 88. Born in 1908, Ayres was a notable figure in Hollywood's golden era, with a career spanning several decades.
• 1993: The theatrical production 'Candles, Snow, and Mistletoe' concluded its run at the Palace Theater in New York City after a brief seven-performance engagement.
• 1988: The Yugoslav government officially resigned, signaling potential political instability in the region during the late Cold War era.

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