Bus Attack in Northern Pakistan Results in Death of Nine, Including Two Soldiers

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Nine People, Including Two Soldiers, Killed in Militant Attack on Bus in Northern Pakistan

In a horrifying incident, militants launched an attack on a bus in northern Pakistan, resulting in the tragic death of nine people, including two soldiers, according to local police reports on Sunday.

The incident, which took place on Saturday at approximately 6.30pm along the Karakoram Highway in the northern Gilgit Baltistan region, left over 20 others injured. The bus, operated by a local private company, was targeted by unidentified gunmen from nearby hills, causing the driver to lose control and collide head-on with a goods truck.

The impact of the collision ignited a fire, claiming the lives of both drivers at the scene. Unfortunately, two soldiers from the Pakistan Army also lost their lives in the attack, while a police official sustained injuries. The injured were swiftly transported to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention.

This shocking act of violence has left the community in a state of shock and mourning. The incident has been condemned by Pakistan’s interim Prime Minister, Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, who vowed to continue the fight against terrorists, ensuring that “anti-state elements would not be allowed to sabotage the peace of Gilgit Baltistan.”

The area where the attack occurred has been historically known as a hotspot for terrorism, with the presence of the Pakistani Taliban and various other militant groups. The Karakoram Highway, serving as a vital link between Pakistan and China, traverses through the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, making it vulnerable to such attacks.

Authorities have cordoned off the area and redirected traffic as investigations into the attack have been launched. The Chief Minister of Gilgit Baltistan, Gulbar Khan, confirmed that an investigation is already underway to identify the responsible individuals or group behind this act of terrorism.

The home minister of Gilgit Baltistan, Shams Lone, expressed his deep sorrow and labeled the incident an “act of terrorism.” He assured the community that every effort would be made to bring those responsible to justice.

As the community mourns the loss of innocent lives, it is a stark reminder of the ongoing threat of terrorism in the region. The government must remain vigilant and take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of its citizens.

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