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Pakistan Arrests Four Over Islamabad Court Bombing, Points to TTP Cell in Afghanistan

Authorities allege a TTP cell in Afghanistan directed the plot.

Overview

  • Officials say a joint Intelligence Bureau–Counter-Terrorism Department operation detained four suspects linked to the outlawed TTP.
  • The government identified the suicide bomber as Usman, also known as Qari, a resident of Afghanistan’s Nangarhar province.
  • Investigators cite a statement from suspect Sajid Ullah alleging orders came via Telegram from TTP commander Saeed‑ur‑Rehman, known as Daadullah.
  • The account describes a suicide vest collected from a Peshawar graveyard and fitted before the blast at the District Judicial Complex that killed 12 and injured dozens.
  • Pakistan says investigations continue and more arrests are likely, while Kabul and India reject Islamabad’s accusations of involvement.