An explosion occurred in Landhi Mansehra Colony in the metropolitan city of Karachi, targeting a vehicle carrying foreign nationals, notably Japanese citizens en route to the export processing zone. Prompt action by law-enforcement agencies thwarted the attack, resulting in the death of two terrorists. According to Malir Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Tariq Elahi, all foreign nationals have been transported to safe and secure location. Mastoi confirmed that the explosion was a suicide attack, with the crime scene revealing the presence of grenades in a bag left behind by the attackers. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) East, Ghulam Azafar Mahesar, disclosed that one terrorist detonated himself in the suicide attack, while another was neutralised by police. One terrorist has flown away. Efforts are under way to identify the remaining assailants through fingerprints, utilising data from the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA). Regrettably, three people suffered injuries in the blast, with one reported to be in a critical condition.

The injured have been identified as Noor Muhammad, Langar Khan, and Salman Rafiq. A vehicle and a motorcycle were damaged in the attack. Law-enforcement agencies cordoned off the area and initiated a comprehensive investigation into the incident, aiming to apprehend any remaining perpetrators and prevent further violence.  President, Premier Condemnation President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned terrorist attack in Karachi’s Landhi area. President Zardari said anti-state elements would be eliminated. He urged the nation to unite against terrorists who wanted to create unrest in the country. He appreciated timely action of police against the terrorists as a result of which many precious lives were saved. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz said terrorists would be annihilated. He vowed that every nefarious action of the terrorists would be thwarted. The prime minister prayed for the departed souls and speedy recovery of those injured in the attack. He directed authorities to provide the best medical assistance to the injured.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan