DI Khan (Roshan Khan): A suicide bombing struck near Qureshi Mor in Dera Ismail Khan, with explosions so powerful they were heard across the surrounding areas. The blast reportedly targeted members of the local Peace Committee, and authorities immediately declared an emergency at the city’s DHQ Hospital.
According to DPO Dera Ismail Khan Sajjad Ahmed Sahibzada, preliminary reports indicate the attack was carried out by a suicide bomber, but the final number of casualties is yet to be confirmed.
Sources revealed that the blast occurred at the residence of Peace Committee head Noor Alam Mehsud while a wedding ceremony was underway. The explosion destroyed an entire room, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries.
Initial reports indicate that prominent commander Jagri Masood is among the dead. Several bodies remain unidentified, and two injured individuals later succumbed to their wounds while receiving treatment.
Rescue teams and security forces have secured the area and are conducting a search operation. Police confirmed that Advocate Lagri, associated with MZI, also killed in the attack.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident, and further verified details will be released as they become available.
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