Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Car Bomb and Gunmen Hit Quetta Paramilitary Base, Leaving At Least 10 Dead

Hospitals remain on emergency footing, with investigators probing possible links to Balochistan’s insurgent networks.

Overview

  • The blast occurred when an explosives-laden vehicle struck the Frontier Corps base perimeter in Quetta, followed by a firefight with security forces.
  • Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said six attackers were involved and all were killed during the security response.
  • Casualty reports vary between at least 10 and 11 dead, with about 32 people injured, and officials cautioned the toll could rise.
  • Provincial health authorities declared an emergency across Quetta hospitals and directed medical staff to remain on duty.
  • No group has claimed responsibility, and national and provincial leaders condemned the assault as investigators gather evidence.