Bomb Attack on Mosque in Pakistan Leaves 16 Dead
Search and rescue operations continue at the scene as clashes between security forces and attackers persist.
A car bomb attack targeted a mosque in the Kohat region of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in northwestern Pakistan. At least 16 people, including five police officers, lost their lives in the incident.
Bomb Attack on Mosque
A mosque in the Kohat region of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in northwestern Pakistan was targeted. A massive explosion occurred as an explosive-laden vehicle drove into the mosque.
Loss of Life and Security Forces
According to information provided by a senior police official in Peshawar, at least 16 people, including five police officers, lost their lives as a result of the attack.
Ongoing Clashes and Operations
It was reported that armed clashes between security forces and attackers are still ongoing in the area following the attack. Authorities stated that one attacker was neutralized while the clashes continued.
Statement from the President
Following this bloody incident, Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari published a condemnation and condolence message. Zardari wished a speedy recovery to the citizens injured in the explosion.