By: The Trek News Desk
At least 31 people were killed and several others injured after a suicide bomber targeted a Shia Mosque in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, during Friday prayers. The deadly attack has once again raised serious concerns over security in the federal capital.
According to police officials, the explosion occurred at the Tarlai Imambargah located in the Shehzad Town area. Authorities said the attacker was intercepted at the entrance of the mosque but detonated the explosives at the gate, causing heavy casualties.
The blast triggered panic at the site as worshippers rushed for safety. Police and rescue teams arrived immediately and launched relief operations. The injured were shifted to multiple hospitals across Islamabad.
In view of the large number of casualties, an emergency was declared in the city’s hospitals to ensure prompt medical treatment for the wounded.
No militant group has so far claimed responsibility for the attack. However, police sources stated that the suicide bomber was believed to be a foreign national and was allegedly linked to Fitna al-Khawarij, a term commonly used by authorities for the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
Security agencies have sealed off the area and begun a detailed investigation into the incident.
The attack comes at a time when Islamabad has already been on high alert. Nearly three months ago, a similar suicide bombing outside the district and sessions court in the capital claimed 12 lives, highlighting a troubling pattern of violence.
The bombing occurred during the official visit of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who arrived in Pakistan on Thursday for a two-day state visit. Following the incident, security measures across the capital have been further tightened.
Authorities continue to investigate the attack as Pakistan grapples with renewed security challenges in its capital city.
Source: News Agencies
