A devastating explosion in northwestern Pakistan has claimed the lives of six police officers and left several others injured. The incident occurred when an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated near their vehicle while they were conducting security operations.
The blast took place in the Tank district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The attack has prompted a heightened state of alert across the region as security forces investigate the incident.
Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has strongly condemned the attack, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to combating militant groups. He emphasized that security agencies will spare no effort in restoring peace and eradicating terrorism from the country.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has faced ongoing security challenges for years, with various militant groups operating in the mountainous terrain and launching frequent attacks targeting both civilians and security personnel.
Earlier today, the Pakistani government announced that eight militants were killed during joint security operations conducted by the police and the Counter-Terrorism Department in several areas of the same province. These operations are part of ongoing efforts to bolster stability and counter security threats.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
