Suicide blast hits Islamabad mosque as ISIS claims responsibility
ISIS Claims Islamabad Mosque Suicide Blast
A suicide blast struck a mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan, causing casualties and triggering a large security response in the capital. Authorities sealed off the area as emergency services shifted the injured to nearby hospitals. The Islamic State group later claimed responsibility for the attack.
Islamabad Mosque Blast Details
The explosion occurred during prayer hours at a mosque inside a secured zone of the city. Initial investigations indicated the attacker entered the premises before detonating explosives. Security forces launched a search operation in surrounding areas and collected forensic evidence from the site.
Officials confirmed multiple deaths and injuries, though numbers were being verified as rescue operations continued. The blast damaged parts of the structure and caused panic among worshippers.
ISIS Claims Responsibility For Attack
The Islamic State group released a statement claiming the bombing. The group has previously targeted religious gatherings and security-linked locations in Pakistan as part of its regional operations.
Authorities increased surveillance across major cities following the claim, fearing potential follow-up incidents. Intelligence agencies began reviewing recent threat alerts to determine possible networks linked to the attacker.
Pakistan Security Measures After Blast
Security was heightened at mosques, public buildings and transport hubs across Islamabad and nearby provinces. Additional checkpoints were installed and police patrols intensified.
Government officials condemned the attack and pledged to track down facilitators. Counter-terror teams initiated coordinated operations to identify support networks and prevent further violence.
