DID Press: A powerful explosion struck the Bannu area of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, reportedly killing and injuring several people, according to security sources.
The blast occurred near a police facility and residential areas, prompting emergency responders to rush to the scene. The extent of the casualties has not yet been officially confirmed.
Government authorities condemned the incident and said an investigation has been launched to determine those responsible.
No group has so far claimed responsibility for the explosion. Authorities have not publicly identified a suspected perpetrator, although militant activity remains a major security concern in the region.
The incident underscores the fragile security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where militant groups have carried out repeated attacks in recent years.