12 killed, 35 injured as TTP strikes anti-smuggling checkpoint in K-P's DI Khan
K-P governor seeks report, says 'attack is a nefarious conspiracy by Fitna al-Hindustan'
A powerful explosion struck an anti-smuggling checkpoint in Dera Ismail Khan, killing at least 12 people and injuring 35 others. The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the attack. Customs officials were among the victims, while no security personnel were among the deceased. The blast occurred near Aman Mela in the Darazinda area.
Rescue services quickly arrived at the scene, providing medical assistance and transporting the injured to hospitals. Governor Faisal Karim Kundi directed authorities to provide the injured with the best medical care and vowed to intensify efforts against terrorism.
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