21 Mar 2024 | 07:38 AM UTC
Pakistan: Authorities responding to explosion targeting military convoy in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, March 21
Explosion reported near gas station in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan, March 21. Road closures in place. Avoid the area.
An explosion targeting an army convoy occurred near a gas station along the Dera Ismail Khan-Tank Road in Hathala, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, March 21. Initial reports indicate that the incident involved an explosive-laden vehicle; two military personnel are dead, and over 12 others are injured. Officials have closed the affected road and launched an investigation to determine the cause of the attack. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the blast.
Heightened security and associated localized transport disruptions are likely over the coming hours. Temporary and localized internet curbs and search operations are possible. Further isolated security incidents, including small-scale explosions, may occur.
The incident site is approximately 190 km (118 miles) west of Sargodha.
Avoid the impacted area until officials issue the all-clear. Allow additional travel time near the incident site. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
Heightened security challenges persist in the restive Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces. Groups like the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) regularly target security entities in these areas, resulting in casualties.
