09 Jun 2024 | 03:08 PM UTC
Pakistan: Explosion in Lakki Marwat District, June 9
Explosion targeting military convoy in Lakki Marwat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Pakistan, June 9; at least seven soldiers killed.
A bomb exploded near a military convoy in Lakki Marwat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, June 9. The explosion killed at least seven soldiers. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Increased security is likely in the area in the coming hours, and localized transport and business disruptions will likely occur near the blast site as authorities conduct their investigation.
Lakki Marwat is located about 220 km (137 miles) southwest of Islamabad.
Avoid the impact area until authorities issue the all-clear and vacate the vicinity. Plan accordingly for localized transport disruptions; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
