New military operation to root out terrorism in Pakistan imminent

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At least two soldiers martyred in Buner IBO​

At least one terrorist was also killed and two others were injured in the skirmish.

During the operation, an intense exchange of fire took place between the troops. The martyred personnel were identified as Lance Havildar Mudassar Mehmood (age 36 yrs; resident of district Rawalpindi) and Lance Naik Haseeb Javed (age 27 yrs; resident of district Poonch, AJ&K).

The military's media wing added that the slain militant was a high-value target, Saleem alias Rabbani, who was involved in numerous terrorist activities against the security forces as well as extortion and target killings of civilians.

The government had fixed head money of Rs5 million for Saleem, added ISPR.

A sanitisation operation was conducted to eliminate any other terrorists in the area. "Security forces of Pakistan remain determined to wipe-out the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve."

Earlier, security forces killed two terrorists in an IBO in the North Waziristan district, while a police officer was martyred in an armed attack on a police check post in Buner.

The military media wing said forces conducted an IBO in North Waziristan.

The ISPR said that the leader of the dead terrorists, Ayubullah alias Mansoor, was among the dead. It added that the terrorists were involved in target killing, extortion and kidnapping of civilians in the area. Arms and ammunition were also recovered from their possession.

At least two soldiers martyred in Buner IBO | The Express Tribune

High-value target killed in operation, two other terrorists injured

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Two Pakistan Army soldiers were martyred on Saturday in an intelligence-based operation (IBO), conducted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Buner district, based on the reported presence of suspected terrorists, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement.

According to ISPR, Lance Havildar Mudassar Mehmood and Lance Naik Haseeb Javed embraced martyrdom.

During the operation, a “high-value target” identified as Saleem Rabbani was “sent to hell” after an intense gun battle, while two other terrorists were injured, the statement added.

“[The] terrorist Saleem Rabbani remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities against the security forces as well as extortion [and] target killings of innocent civilians,” the press release read.

The ISPR stated that weapons, along with a large quantity of explosives, were also recovered from the slain militants in today’s operation, adding that they remained “actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area”.

The alleged terrorist Saleem had a bounty of Rs5 million placed on him and was wanted by law enforcement agencies and the government, the military’s media wing said.

However, during the operation, two brave sons of the soil, Lance Havildar Mudassar Mehmood, 36, of Rawalpindi, and Lance Naik Haseeb Javed, 27, a resident of Poonch, having fought gallantly, embraced Shahadat [martyrdom], the ISPR stated.

According to additional information from the ISPR, Lance Havildar Mudassar and Lance Naik Haseeb served 16 and five years in the army, respectively.

A sanitisation operation is under way to eliminate any other terrorists found in the area, the press release said.

“Security forces of Pakistan remain determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve.”

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded the security forces for the successful operation and expressed regret over those martyred.

Source: Dawn News

 

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DI Khan: At least four Customs officials gunned down

Police said that a passerby was also killed when nearby vehciles collided following the shooting.

According to police, unidentified assailants opened fire as the Customs officials were on routine duty on the DI Khan-Quetta road.

They said that the attackers escaped the scene after the shooting incident.

Last month, at least two soldiers of Pakistan army embraced martyrdom in DI Khan suicide attack.

According to Inter-Services-Public-Relations, two security personnel embraced martyrdom as a vehicle-borne suicide bomber exploded himself on a security forces’ convoy in Dera Ismail Khan District.

In February this year, at least five cops were martyred and two others sustained injuries as explosion occurred near police vehicle in Kulachi.

As per details, the explosion occurred in Garah Aslam area of Kulachi which targeted a police vehicle.

According to officials, the dead bodies and injured have been transferred via a helicopter to DI Khan.

DI Khan: At least four Customs officials gunned down

DERA ISMAIL KHAN: At least four Customs officials were killed on Thursday in a firing incident near Saggu road in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's DI Khan, ARY News

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Police vehicle escapes bomb blast in Bannu​

As per details, DPO Ziauddin Ahmed said that an explosive device planted by unknown assailants detonated before the vehicle arrived.

The device was planted near Akhoondan Sorani in Torka Bazaar, but it exploded before the police vehicle reached the spot, foiling chances of any potential damage or casualties, no damage or injuries were reported in the incident.

Following the incident, police launched a search operation in the area to apprehend the suspects involved in the attack.

Earlier today, at least two Customs officials were killed and two were injured in a firing incident near Parking Plaza in DI Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

According to police, unidentified assailants opened fire as the Customs officials were targeted near Parking Plaza. ARY News’ DSNG vehicle also came under the fire, luckily the staff remained safe.

The attackers escaped the scene after the shooting incident. The bodies and injured were moved to the District HQ Hospital.

On 18 April, at least four Customs officials were killed in a firing incident near Saggu road in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s DI Khan.

Last month, at least two soldiers of Pakistan army embraced martyrdom in DI Khan suicide attack.

Police vehicle escapes bomb blast in Bannu

BANNU: Police vehicle narrowly escaped an attempted explosive blast attack in Torka Bazaar Bannu, ARY News reported on Sunday. As per details, DPO

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The lives of our armed forces are under threat each and every day.

 

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Want to root out terrorism:

-start with those who stole the vote mandate

-those who kidnap and ‘interrogate’ indiscriminately

-those who hide spy cams in bedrooms for ‘evidence’

 

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11 terrorists killed in operations in North Waziristan, Dera Ismail Khan: ISPR​

Eleven terrorists were killed by security forces in two separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan and North Waziristan districts, the military’s media wing said on Monday.

A press release from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that the operations took place last night. It said that an intelligence-based operation was conducted in Dera Ismail Khan district on the reported presence of terrorists.

“During conduct of the operation, after an intense fire exchange, ten terrorists were successfully neutralised and sent to hell,” it said.

“In another encounter in North Waziristan district, own troops effectively engaged the terrorists’ location as a result of which one more terrorist was sent to hell,” the ISPR said.

It added that the militants were “actively involved in numerous terrorist activities” in the area against security forces as well as civilians. The ISPR further said that arms and ammunition were also recovered from their possession.

“Locals of the area appreciated the operations by the security forces, who remain determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country,” the ISPR said.

Last week, seven terrorists were killed while trying to infiltrate the Afghan-Pakistan border in North Waziristan district.

Earlier this month, two militants were gunned down by security forces in an exchange of fire in North Waziristan district.

Pakistan has witnessed an uptick in terror activities in the past year, especially in KP and Balochistan after the banned militant Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022.

According to an annual security report issued by the Centre for Research and Security Studies, Pakistan witnessed 1,524 violence-related fatalities and 1,463 injuries from 789 terror attacks and counter-terror operations in 2023 — marking a record six-year high.

KP and Balochistan were the primary centres of violence, accounting for over 90 per cent of all fatalities and 84pc of attacks, including incidents of terrorism and security forces operations.

Source: DAWN

 

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Three terrorists eliminated in Pishin operation​

RAWALPINDI (Dunya News) – Three terrorists were sent to hell by security forces in an operation in Pishin district of Balochistan, Dunya News reported.

According to ISPR, the security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in the Pishin district of Balochistan.

ISPR said that a terrorist was also injured in the operation who has been arrested. He belongs to Afghanistan. The slain terrorists were involved in terrorist activities against the security forces and targeted killing of civilians.

Weapons, ammunition and explosives were recovered from the dead terrorists.

ISPR said a sanitization operation is going on to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area.

The security forces are determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country, it added.

Source: Dunya News

 

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PM Shehbaz visits family of martyred customs officer

: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has pledged to uproot smuggling, saying it is a curse and its eradication is as important as reviving the national economy.

He said this during his visit to Abbottabad to condole the death of customs officer Hasnain Ali Tirmzi on Thursday. Husnain Ali who was martyred along with other four customs officials during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Dera Ismail Khan a few days ago.

The prime minister visited the residence of Hasnain Ali in Jinnahabad Colony and condoled with the bereaved family and prayed for the high status of the martyr.

Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, MNA Sardar Mohammad Yousaf, PML-N provincial president Amir Muqam and general secretary Murtaza Javed Abbasi were also present on the occasion.

Talking to the bereaved family, the prime minister said that sacrifice of Hasnain Ali would go in vain. He added fulfilling educational expenses of his children was the responsibility of the government.

Terming him a hero of the nation, he said that he embraced martyrdom while performing his duty. “Allah says in the Holy Quran do not call the martyrs dead, they are alive,” he added.

The prime minister said that his government was taking all possible measures to eradicate drug trafficking and control smuggling. He said that the entire nation was united to end terrorism and illegal trafficking.

“Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and all of us will use our powers to end smuggling. Army chief Gen Asim Munir is fully supporting the government in this particular task. We are proud of Hasnain Ali,” he said.

The prime minister said that martyr’s sacrifice would not go waste. He pledged to eradicate cross-border smuggling with the support of law enforcement agencies and the army.

He announced Shuhada Package of Rs15 million and a house for Hasnain Ali and other martyrs. Foolproof security arrangements were made during the visit of prime minister to the district.

SOURCE: DAWN

 

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Khyber operation further strengthens Pakistan’s claim of foreign weapon usage

During an operation in Khyber, Security Forces recovered US-made weapons, further strengthening Pakistan’s claim of foreign weapon usage, which is believed to have been acquired from Afghanistan by various militant groups operating in Pakistan, ARY News reported, citing sources.

In the ongoing battle to eliminate terrorism across the region, the Pakistan Army has recently conducted various operations, leading to the recovery of US-made weapons, suspected to have been acquired from Afghanistan.

The recovery of foreign weapons is evident that terrorists have access to the cache of foreign weapons – which was left in Afghanistan by American forces – which seriously jeopardized regional security, especially Pakistan.

Due to the access to this weaponry, a notable increase in terrorism has been observed in Pakistan.

However, in a successful operation on April 24-25 in Khyber, the security forces eliminated three terrorist’s leader including Sohail alias Azmato, Haji Gul alias Zarqawi and recovered US-made M16A4, AK47, and others.

On April 22-23, security forces carried out an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Pishin, resulting in the elimination of three terrorists and the arrest of one injured terrorist, who was identified as an Afghan citizen.

Similarly, on April 6, 2024, security forces conducted an IBO in North Waziristan, resulting in the deaths of two terrorists due to gunfire. The operation also led to the recovery of foreign weapons, including M16, A4, and AK 47 rifles, from the deceased terrorists.

On March 20, terrorists attempted a cowardly attack on the Gwadar Port Authority Complex. However, their plan was thwarted, with BLA terrorists found using American weapons during the attack.

This prompted a retaliatory response from the security forces, who recovered AK47s, M16A4s, grenade launchers, and hand grenades among the seized non-local weapons.

During an operation in North Waziristan on January 29, a terrorist named Nek Minullah was killed, while US-made weapons, including M4 carbine and others, were recovered from him.

On January 22, seven terrorists were neutralized in Zhob, with the recovery of AK47s, M16A2s, and various other weapons. Subsequently, on January 19, two terrorists were eliminated in Miranshah, and non-local weaponry was confiscated. Continuing into December 31, three terrorists were taken down in Bajaur, leading to the seizure of US-made M4 carbines and other arms. On December 29, a cache of weapons, including AK47s, M4 carbines, and ammunition, was retrieved from terrorists killed in Mir Ali.

These weapons, reportedly utilized by the BLA, were employed in attacks on Noshki and Panjgur FC camps in February 2022, as well as on Zhob Garrison in July 2023.

The presence of US-arms in Pakistan prompts serious questions regarding their purported non-utilization within Pakistani territory.

As reported by the Euro-Asian Times, American weaponry is also being used for terrorism in Pakistan. While the report of Pentagon stated that the United States supplied a total of 427,300 military weapons to the Afghan army. However, during the American withdrawal, around 300,000 of these weapons was left behind in Afghanistan.

Khyber operation further strengthens Pakistan's claim of foreign weapon usage

During an operation in Khyber, Security Forces recovered US-made weapons, further strengthening Pakistan's claim of foreign weapon usage, which is

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4 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in Tank: ISPR​

Four terrorists were killed by security forces in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Tank district, the media’s military wing said on Monday.

A press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that the operation took place last night on the reported presence of terrorists in the area.

“Own troops effectively engaged the terrorists’ location as a result of which four terrorists were sent to hell,” the ISPR said. “These terrorists remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area,” it added.

It said that weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the terrorists.

“Locals of the area appreciated the operation by the security forces, who remain determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country,” the statement said.

On Sunday, two alleged militants were killed in an exchange of fire with security forces in Dera Ismail Khan district. An intense gun battle took place between security forces and militants which left two militants — Nawaz alias Gandapuri and Mohsin Nawaz — dead, the ISPR said.

Pakistan has witnessed an uptick in terror activities in the past year, especially in KP and Balochistan after the banned militant Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022.

According to an annual security report issued by the Centre for Research and Security Studies, Pakistan witnessed 1,524 violence-related fatalities and 1,463 injuries from 789 terror attacks and counter-terror operations in 2023 — marking a record six-year high.

KP and Balochistan were the primary centres of violence, accounting for over 90 per cent of all fatalities and 84pc of attacks, including incidents of terrorism and security forces operations.

Source: DAWN

 

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Terror attack on police check post repulsed in Dera Ghazi Khan​

A terror attack on the Jhangi check post in Dera Ghazi Khan was thwarted by the police when at least 15 to 20 terrorists struck it during the late hours at night.

According to Regional Police Officer Sajjad Hassan Khan, at least seven police personnel were injured in the terror incident.

The RPO told Geo News that the Jhangi check post is located on the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa-Punjab border in the Taunsa area.

He added that the attackers wanted to capture the check post, but they fled in the darkness of the night after the attack was repulsed by policemen.

According to Punjab Police, 15 to 20 terrorists were involved in the attack.

This was a second attack on the check post in the span of two months, said Punjab Police.

In a statement issued on X, formerly Twitter, the Punjab Police wrote: "The terrorists of the banned organisation failed to attack the Jhangi (Hazrat Umar Farooq) police check post again after two months."

Taking advantage of the darkness of the night, 15 to 20 terrorists attacked with modern weapons including rocket launchers, hand grenades, laser light guns which Sub-Inspector Mohiuddin — the check post in-charge — and his personnel repulsed, the post read.

DG Khan RPO and district police officers reached the spot with more reinforcements as soon as they received the information about the attack.

"In the attack, seven personnel got injured while fighting bravely and were shifted to the hospital for treatment."

The post further read that only two days ago, the RPO and DPO had visited the outpost to inform the deployed personnel about the threat of attack and rehearsed the defense measures.

Inspector General Punjab Dr Usman Anwar praised the personnel, posted at the Jhangi check post, for successfully defending the post.

"Punjab Police is on alert, will never let terrorists succeed in their nefarious intentions," the post stated, citing IG Punjab.

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz condemned the terror attack on the check post, paying tribute to the brave police team for fighting the terrorists.

The chief minister directed relevant authorities to provide the best treatment facilities to the injured officials.

"Ending terrorism is our commitment," she said, sharing her resolve towards peace in the province.

Terror attack on police check post repulsed in Dera Ghazi Khan

A terror attack on the Jhangi check post in Dera Ghazi Khan was thwarted by the police when at least 15 to 20 terrorists struck it during the late hours at night.According to Regional Police...

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Seven policemen were injured in an overnight attack by terrorists on the Jhangi checkpost in Punjab’s Taunsa district, police said on Wednesday.

According to the Punjab Police spokesperson Syed Mubashir, it was the second attack on the checkpost since January when a police official and a civilian had lost their lives while another police official was injured in a drive-by attack.

The “already alert policemen” stationed at the checkpost engaged in a three-hour gun battle against the “15-20 terrorists who took advantage of the dark to launch a fierce attack from various directions”, Mubashir said of the latest attack.

“The terrorists wanted to take over the checkpost and take the officials hostage,” he stated, adding that the attackers used modern weapons, including rocket launchers, hand grenades, and guns with laser light.

The spokesperson added that the terrorists were “forced to flee after strong resistance” put up by the policemen as they ran out of ammunition.

Elite Force constable Shahid Mansoor, who was seriously injured, was shifted to Nishtar Hospital in Multan for treatment, the spokesperson stated.

Additional Sub-Inspector Imran, constables Muhammad Amir, Ashiq Zain, Rehmatullah and Sanaullah, and Elite Force constable Tariq were among the injured, he added.

Mubashir highlighted that the Dera Ghazi Khan regional police officer (RPO) and the district police officer (DPO) had visited the checkpost two days ago to warn the personnel about the threat of an attack. The police officers had also carried out a defence rehearsal.

Meanwhile, Punjab Inspector General (IG) Dr Usman Anwar said that the provincial police were “alert” and vowed to “never let the terrorists succeed in their nefarious aims”.

He said the DPO and the RPO reached the scene with reinforcements as soon as they received reports of the incident.

Noting that seven personnel had sustained injuries while “fighting bravely”, IG Anwar said that the district police and the elite forces responded with full force.

IG Anwar further said that operations in the area were under way to find the attackers, and also ordered that the injured policemen receive “the best medical care” available.

Separately, the RPO said that additional personnel, equipment and weapons had already been provided at the checkpost. He also commended the efforts of sub-inspector Mohiuddin, the in-charge of the checkpost, and his contingent for defending the post.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz strongly condemned the attack and lauded the police team for fighting the terrorists.

In a statement posted on X, she directed that the injured be provided with the best treatment facilities.

“Ending terrorism is our commitment,” the CM said.

Source: Dawn News

 

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The lives of our armed forces are under threat each and every day.

Anyone who enlists his services for armed forces knows it. just like healthcare workers are at increased risk of contracting infections or religious preachers for coming under antireligious campaigns and attacks etc.

 

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KP witnessed 179 terror attacks in 2024: CTD report

According to the report, this year 179 terrorist incidents occurred in the province, resulting in the deaths of 91 terrorists.

The report highlights that January witnessed 60 incidents, February 38, March 33, and April 48. The highest number of terrorist deaths occurred in February, with 31 terrorists killed.

Additionally, 19 terrorists were killed in Dera Ismail Khan and 14 in North Waziristan.
The report also reveals that 16 of the killed terrorists were most wanted, including Mohsin Qadir, Azmatullah, and Fareedullah.

The CTD report further discloses that 2 suicide jackets, 36 hand grenades, and 247 kilograms of explosives were recovered.

Moreover, the report revealed that 10 attacks were reported on police teams this year, highlighting the challenging security situation in the province.

Last year, the Anti-Terrorism Department (CTD) released a report on the terror incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 2023 where as many as 563 terror incidents occurred in 2023 and out of 563 incidents, police were targeted 243 times.

According to the report, the highest 132 incidents of terrorism were reported in Dera Ismail Khan, 103 incidents in Khyber and 89 terror incidents were reported in Peshawar،

The report further revealed that 86 times terrorists attacked North Waziristan and 50 times South Waziristan۔ The report further said that as many as 837 terrorists were taken into custody.

KP witnessed 179 terror attacks in 2024: CTD report

PESHAWAR: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has released a report revealing a the number of terrorist incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) in 2024,

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And I am sure that even after that, authorities will not approve any new anti-terrorism operation because the budget has been eaten up by the looters

 

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Six terrorists gunned down in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR

The Security Forces on Saturday gunned down six terrorists during an Intelligence-Based Operation (IBO) in North Waziristan, ARY News reported, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Saturday.

The military’s media wing in a statement stated that the security forces conducted an IBO on the reported presence of terrorists in the North Waziristan area.

“The security forces personnel gunned down six terrorists after an intense exchange of fire, while the hideouts of terrorists were also destroyed during the operation,” the ISPR said.

The deceased terrorists were involved in the targeted killing of several citizens of the surrounding area of North Waziristan.

Security forces remain determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country.

Last week, four terrorists were gunned down in an IBO in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) Khyber district.

According to the military’s media wing, the security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Khyber district on the reported presence of terrorists.

During an intense exchange of fire, the security forces killed four terrorists, including Qari Wajid aka Qari Biryal, and Raziq. Meanwhile, the troops also destroyed the hideouts of the terrorists.

These terrorists remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area. Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from them, the ISPR said.

“Locals of the area appreciated the operation by the Security Forces, who remain determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country,” it added.

The operation came amid a surge in terrorist activities across the country, especially in KP and Balochistan, since the outlawed militant group Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022.

Six terrorists gunned down in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR

The Security Forces on Saturday gunned down six terrorists during an Intelligence-Based Operation (IBO) in North Waziristan, ARY News reported, the

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Three policemen were killed and five were wounded on Wednesday when a sticky bomb was detonated next to a security convoy tasked with clearing illegal poppy crops in northeastern Afghanistan, the interior ministry said.

The improvised explosive device (IED) was attached to a motorcycle which targeted a convoy of police vehicles in Faizabad, the capital of mountainous Badakhshan province, around 11am local time.

“The bomb exploded while the convoy of police forces was on its way to destroy poppy cultivation,” Taliban Interior Ministry spokesman Abdul Mateen Qani posted on X.

The explosion comes days after Taliban security officials and residents clashed over the violent clearance of poppy crops in two Badakhshan districts, leaving two dead and sparking rare protests.

Afghanistan was the largest producer of opium before poppy cultivation was banned in a decree by the Taliban supreme leader in April 2022.

Farmers have been encouraged to plant different crops, but none compete with the financial draw of the poppy, leading some to continue discreetly cultivating small plots.

There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack.

An AFP journalist saw Taliban authorities searching homes and detaining dozens of people near the scene.

Images posted on social media, but not immediately verified by AFP, showed a charred motorcycle and a police truck riddled with holes.

Eyewitness Aminullah, who did not want to give his full name, said he heard a huge explosion and saw that a convoy of Taliban authorities had been hit. “Immediately the security forces cleared the area of people,” he told AFP.

The number of bombings and suicide attacks in Afghanistan has fallen since the Taliban ended their insurgency after ousting the US-backed government and returning to power in August 2021.

However, multiple armed groups, including the militant Islamic State, remain a threat, with regular reports of explosions that go unconfirmed by authorities.

Source: Dawn News