At least 27 people have been killed and 75 others wounded in a suicide bombing at a mosque in Pakistan, with worshippers and security personnel among those caught in the blast.
The explosion struck during prayer time, causing major damage to parts of the mosque and sending debris across the area. Several victims were trapped beneath the rubble as emergency teams rushed to the scene.
Rescue workers used heavy machinery and other equipment to search through the collapsed sections of the building, working to reach people who may have survived the blast.
Initial reports indicate that the attacker detonated a suicide vest among worshippers and police personnel gathered inside the mosque. The circumstances surrounding the bomber’s entry are now under investigation.
Authorities are examining how the attacker managed to reach what was expected to be a secure location and whether there were any security gaps that allowed the bombing to take place.
The attack has prompted a major emergency response, with injured victims taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Security forces have also secured the area and begun collecting evidence from the site.
Investigators are working to determine the identity of the attacker and establish who may have been behind the bombing.
The deadly attack has once again raised concerns about militant violence in Pakistan, while authorities continue efforts to strengthen security around public places and religious sites.
