China has strongly condemned the deadly Islamabad Attack that targeted the Imambargah and Mosque Khadijat-ul-Kubra in the Tarlai area. The foreign ministry expressed shock at the incident and offered support to Pakistan in safeguarding national security.
The Islamabad Attack, which occurred during Friday prayers, left at least 33 people dead and dozens injured. A suicide bomber opened fire before detonating explosives at the mosque entrance. Investigators recovered the attacker’s ID, revealing him as Yasir, 32, a resident of Peshawar who had received training in Afghanistan.
Chinese officials stated that they oppose all forms of terrorism and stand with Pakistan in protecting civilians and maintaining stability. The statement comes amid growing international concern over the attack.
Investigations into the Islamabad Attack revealed that the bomber used around four kilograms of explosives containing ball bearings. He fired multiple shots before detonating the device. Reports indicate he conducted prior reconnaissance of the mosque and traveled from Afghanistan to Pakistan before carrying out the attack.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi confirmed that the mastermind behind the attack, linked to the banned Daesh group, has been arrested. Several facilitators were also apprehended in coordinated raids in Peshawar and Nowshera. Naqvi alleged that the funding and targeting of the attack were orchestrated with Indian support.
Meanwhile, Pakistan received condolences from Turkey. Deputy Prime Minister Senator Ishaq Dar spoke with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who conveyed sympathies on behalf of President Erdogan and the Turkish people. Both sides also discussed regional security and bilateral relations.
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Authorities continue to investigate the attack while working to ensure the safety of civilians. The Islamabad Attack has prompted heightened security measures across the capital, and Pakistani forces are committed to dismantling networks linked to terrorism.
