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Explosion in South Waziristan Mosque, JUI Leader Among Injured
A bomb blast inside a South Waziristan mosque injures several, including JUI district chief Abdullah Nadeem. Police confirm explosives were planted.
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by News Desk
2025-03-14
Explosion in South Waziristan Mosque, JUI Leader Among Injured

A powerful explosion struck a mosque in Azam Warsak Bazaar on Friday, injuring several people, including JUI district chief Abdullah Nadeem, local authorities confirmed.

According to District Police Officer (DPO) Asif Bahadur, the blast was caused by planted explosives, targeting worshippers inside the mosque.

Casualties & Injuries

  • At least four people were injured in the attack.
  • The injured include JUI district chief Abdullah Nadeem.
  • The wounded have been shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Police Investigation & Security Measures

Authorities are investigating the explosion and searching for suspects involved in the attack. Security in the area has been heightened, and police have cordoned off the mosque.

Recent Wave of Attacks on Religious Leaders

This attack follows a recent suicide bombing at Darul Uloom Haqqania in Nowshera, which killed JUI (S) chief Maulana Hamidul Haq and seven others. The rise in targeted attacks on religious institutions and leaders has raised security concerns across Pakistan.

Authorities have urged increased vigilance and have launched efforts to track those responsible for these terrorist incidents.
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