Overview
- A suicide bomber detonated near a police vehicle outside a court in Islamabad, killing at least 12 people, with reports of 21 to 36 injured.
- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun offered condolences and said China firmly opposes all forms of terrorism.
- Beijing confirmed that no Chinese nationals were harmed in the attack.
- China pledged continued support for Pakistan’s counterterrorism efforts and for maintaining social stability and public safety.
- China said it aims to play a constructive role in promoting dialogue between Pakistan and Afghanistan, as disputes persist over alleged TTP safe havens.