RNS: The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the devastating suicide blast in Bajaur, Pakistan, which resulted in the loss of 54 lives, including 23 innocent children. The tragic incident occurred during an election rally in the border district of Bajaur on Sunday, leaving almost 200 people wounded.
The armed group’s news arm, Amaq, stated that a suicide attacker from the Islamic State (ISIL) carried out the heinous act by detonating his explosive jacket amidst the crowd in the town of Khar.
The authorities have been actively investigating the incident, gathering testimonies from the injured at a hospital in Khar, the largest town in Bajaur. Feroz Jamal, the provincial minister of information, emphasized that the police diligently explored all aspects of this attack.
As part of the initial investigation, a First Information Report (FIR) was filed with the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD). The police have revealed that the evidence points towards the terrorist group ISIS being responsible for the suicide attack.
Shokat Abbas, the additional inspector general for the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), disclosed that nearly 10-12 kg of explosives were utilized in the blast, indicating the magnitude of the tragic incident.
The international community has expressed condemnation and grief in response to the devastating attack. The United States, Russia, and Saudi Arabia have extended their condolences to the families impacted by this act of terror.
The nation mourns the loss of innocent lives and stands united in the face of this horrific act of violence. As investigations continue, authorities are committed to bringing the perpetrators of this heinous act to justice and ensuring the safety and security of the people.
