Overview
- A suicide bomber detonated near a police vehicle outside a court in Islamabad, killing at least 12 people.
- Reports differ on the number wounded, with counts ranging from about 21 to 36.
- China’s foreign ministry expressed condolences and said no Chinese nationals were among the casualties.
- Beijing said it will continue supporting Pakistan’s efforts to fight terrorism and maintain social stability.
- China signaled a continued role in encouraging Pakistan–Afghanistan dialogue as Pakistan alleges Afghan Taliban sheltering of TTP and investigators review possible cross-border links.