A powerful blast tore through the Terlai Imambargah, a Shia meeting hall in Islamabad’s Shehzad Town, on Friday, leaving at least 15 people feared dead and dozens more injured. Emergency teams rushed to the site, rescuing victims and transporting the wounded to nearby hospitals. Thick smoke and debris filled the area, sending shockwaves through surrounding neighborhoods.
Authorities immediately declared a city-wide emergency, with police and rescue personnel securing the site and aiding victims. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, though early reports suggest it may have been a targeted attack during a gathering. No group has claimed responsibility.
Hospitals in Islamabad are treating the injured, while forensic teams work at the blast site to collect evidence and interview witnesses. Officials have urged residents to remain calm as investigations continue.
This incident has raised security concerns in Pakistan, a country that has faced periodic militant attacks and sectarian violence. Authorities are expected to release more details as the number of casualties and the circumstances of the blast are clarified.
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