Three Security Personnel Killed In Suicide Attack At Pakistan’s Peshawar Paramilitary HQ
At least three security personnel lost their lives and two others were injured in a suicide attack at the paramilitary force headquarters in Peshawar, Pakistan, on Monday morning. The assault targeted the Frontier Constabulary (FC) headquarters, marking a deadly escalation in regional security concerns, according to local media reports.
The attack unfolded early in the day when one suicide bomber detonated explosives at the main gate of the FC headquarters. Following the blast, additional terrorists attempted to breach the building but were neutralised in counter-firing by security forces. Three terrorists were killed during the encounter, ensuring that the main complex was not overrun, Dawn reported.
Security forces immediately cordoned off the area, and a clearance operation is ongoing to ensure that the premises are secure and that no additional threats remain. The injured personnel were swiftly transported to Lady Reading Hospital (LRH) in Peshawar for urgent medical treatment.
Peshawar Capital City Police Officer Mian Saeed Ahmad confirmed to Dawn that the headquarters came under attack and reassured the public that law enforcement agencies are maintaining tight control over the situation. The FC headquarters is located in a densely populated area near a military cantonment, increasing the urgency of the security response.
The Frontier Constabulary, originally a civilian paramilitary force, was renamed by the government in July, and this attack underscores the ongoing challenges faced by Pakistan’s security infrastructure in safeguarding key installations.
This incident is reminiscent of earlier attacks on paramilitary facilities in Pakistan, highlighting persistent threats from extremist groups targeting both personnel and strategic assets. The attack also raises concerns about security preparedness in high-risk urban zones, where civilian and military populations coexist in close proximity.
Authorities are continuing investigations into the incident to determine the identities of the attackers and their possible affiliations. The swift response of the security forces, including the counter-firing that neutralised the intruders, prevented what could have been an even more catastrophic event.
The attack has sparked condemnation from across the country, with officials calling for enhanced measures to protect paramilitary personnel and installations. It also highlights the continued threat of terrorism in Pakistan, particularly in regions like Peshawar that are historically sensitive and prone to extremist activity.
The attack unfolded early in the day when one suicide bomber detonated explosives at the main gate of the FC headquarters. Following the blast, additional terrorists attempted to breach the building but were neutralised in counter-firing by security forces. Three terrorists were killed during the encounter, ensuring that the main complex was not overrun, Dawn reported.
Security forces immediately cordoned off the area, and a clearance operation is ongoing to ensure that the premises are secure and that no additional threats remain. The injured personnel were swiftly transported to Lady Reading Hospital (LRH) in Peshawar for urgent medical treatment.
Peshawar Capital City Police Officer Mian Saeed Ahmad confirmed to Dawn that the headquarters came under attack and reassured the public that law enforcement agencies are maintaining tight control over the situation. The FC headquarters is located in a densely populated area near a military cantonment, increasing the urgency of the security response.
The Frontier Constabulary, originally a civilian paramilitary force, was renamed by the government in July, and this attack underscores the ongoing challenges faced by Pakistan’s security infrastructure in safeguarding key installations.
This incident is reminiscent of earlier attacks on paramilitary facilities in Pakistan, highlighting persistent threats from extremist groups targeting both personnel and strategic assets. The attack also raises concerns about security preparedness in high-risk urban zones, where civilian and military populations coexist in close proximity.
Authorities are continuing investigations into the incident to determine the identities of the attackers and their possible affiliations. The swift response of the security forces, including the counter-firing that neutralised the intruders, prevented what could have been an even more catastrophic event.
The attack has sparked condemnation from across the country, with officials calling for enhanced measures to protect paramilitary personnel and installations. It also highlights the continued threat of terrorism in Pakistan, particularly in regions like Peshawar that are historically sensitive and prone to extremist activity.
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