New Delhi: A major terrorist attack on Saturday in Bannu, the north-western region of Pakistan, has raised serious questions on the security system of Pakistan. Let us tell you, in this sensitive area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, the terrorists first blasted a car bomb targeting the police post and then ambushed the security personnel. According to initial reports, at least 15 policemen are feared dead in this attack. However, the figures have not been confirmed yet. In the meantime, let us know what is the whole matter?
When and where did the attack happen?
According to the information, this attack took place in Bannu district located near the Afghanistan border. Police officials said that the attackers reached the main gate of the police post with a vehicle filled with explosives and set off a massive blast. The explosion was so severe that the entire post was damaged and there was chaos in the surrounding area.
Relief and rescue operations continue
According to local officials, about 15 policemen were deployed at the post at that time. So far, the death of three policemen has been officially confirmed, while the remaining soldiers are feared to be buried under the debris. Relief and rescue operations are continuing and the final figures will be known only after the operation is completed.
firing started suddenly
After the attack, the situation became more serious when the terrorists suddenly started firing on the policemen who came from nearby for help. Due to firing from both sides, the entire area turned into a war-like atmosphere. Police officials say that a suicide bomber was also involved in the attack, who detonated a bomb-laden vehicle near the checkpoint.
Who is responsible for the attack?
It has also been claimed in the reports that the terrorists used drones, which has further increased the concern of the security agencies. Some nearby houses and buildings were also hit by the blast, while two civilians were reported injured. Let us tell you, after the incident, emergency has been declared in the hospitals of Bannu. At present, no organization has claimed responsibility for the attack, but security agencies suspect that Pakistan Taliban (TTP) or its associated terrorist groups may be behind it.
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