39 killed in explosion at party rally in northwest Pakistan
Hangzhou Net Release time: 2023-07-31 06:55
China News Agency, Beijing, July 31, Islamabad news: On July 30, local time, a bomb exploded at a political party rally in Khyber-Pashtun Province in northwestern Pakistan, killing 39 people and injuring more than a hundred. The death toll is expected to rise further as a large number of injured are seriously injured.
Based on news from the Pakistani media “Geo News” and “Dawn,” on the afternoon of the 30th, the Pakistani political party Islamic Sages Association (Falur Faction) held a party political rally in the Bajaur area of Khyber-Pashtun Province. According to eyewitnesses, it is estimated that about 500 people attended at that time. The explosion occurred at about 16:00 that day, killing 39 people and injuring 123 people. An important local leader of the Sages also died in the blast.
Police in Khyber Pashtun province said initial investigations indicated it was a suicide attack. The investigation team is currently collecting evidence at the scene of the explosion.
According to foreign media reports, no organization or individual has claimed responsibility for the matter. Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz has ordered an investigation into the incident, the Pakistani Prime Minister’s Office said.
The bomb explosion at the political party rally in northwest Pakistan has shocked the nation, claiming the lives of 39 people and leaving over a hundred injured. The tragic incident took place during the rally hosted by the Islamic Sages Association (Falur Faction) in the Bajaur area of Khyber-Pashtun Province on July 30.
Eyewitnesses report that approximately 500 individuals attended the rally, making it a significant event for the party. However, the joyous atmosphere quickly turned into chaos when an explosion occurred at around 16:00 local time, causing widespread devastation. The blast claimed the lives of 39 people, including a prominent local leader of the Sages, and left 123 others injured. The severity of some injuries indicates that the death toll may increase in the coming days.
Authorities in Khyber Pashtun province suspect the explosion was a suicide attack, although no official confirmation has been provided. The local police force is currently conducting an investigation, gathering evidence at the scene to determine the culprits behind this horrific act.
So far, no individual or organization has claimed responsibility for the bombing, deepening the mystery surrounding the incident. In response to the tragedy, Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz has ordered a thorough investigation to uncover the truth behind the attack. The Pakistani Prime Minister’s Office has expressed deep condolences to the victims’ families and reassured the nation of their commitment to bringing the culprits to justice.
The devastating explosion at the political party rally in northwest Pakistan has stunned the country, leaving dozens dead and many more injured. As the investigation unfolds, Pakistan mourns the lives lost and hopes for swift justice for the perpetrators of this heinous act.