In Pakistan's Peshawar, a suicide blast near a vehicle belonging to the security forces in the Hayatabad area on Tuesday (July 18th) injured seven people, while two people including the attacker were killed.

As per a Geo TV report, police have cordoned off the area. Reportedly, the target of this suicide attack were officials of the security forces.

Quoting a high-ranking official, Reuters reported&nbsp;that one person was "martyred" in the attack.&nbsp;Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, a newly founded jihadist group, has claimed responsibility for the attack.

<h2>Injured taken to hospital</h2>

According to the police, of the seven injured people, one is in critical condition, and all the injured have been shifted to the Hayatabad Medical Complex.

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Speaking to the media near the blast site, Cantt Superintendent of Police (SP) Waqas Rafi said that a bomb disposal squad was collecting evidence from the scene.

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"We are looking into the matter and collecting further details. The area has been cordoned off," said Rafi, adding, "We will reach the bottom of this matter and the culprits involved in the incident will be exposed."

Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, the jihadist group that has claimed responsibility for the attack, also attacked a military base in the southwest province of Balochistan last week.

<h2>Afghanistan Taliban and crime in Pakistan</h2>

The return of the Afghan Taliban to power in August 2021 has reportedly led to a surge in terrorist attacks in Pakistan.

According to a report by the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), an independent think tank, the country has witnessed a 79 per cent increase in terror activities during the first half of 2023.

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The report highlights that 271 militant attacks have occurred during this period, resulting in the loss of 389 lives and injuring 656 individuals. Responding to the increasing militant activity, Pakistani security forces have intensified their efforts. As per Geo TV, Pakistani forces have killed 236 militants and arrested 295 suspected militants across the country in the same six-month period.

<h2>Previous blasts</h2>

The Tuesday blast comes after two similar attacks in Balochistan earlier this month, which led to the death of 12 soldiers.

Dawn reported&nbsp;that the two attacks which took place on the same day led to the Pakistan military's highest single-day toll from terrorist attacks reported this year.

(With inputs from agencies)

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In Pakistan's Peshawar, a suicide blast near a vehicle belonging to the security forces in the Hayatabad area on Tuesday (July 18th) injured seven people, while two people including the attacker were killed.

In Pakistan's Peshawar, a suicide blast near a vehicle belonging to the security forces in the Hayatabad area on Tuesday (July 18th) injured seven people, while two people including the attacker were killed. As per a Geo TV report, police have cordoned off the area. Reportedly, the target of this suicide attack were officials of the security forces. Quoting a high-ranking official, Reuters reported that one person was "martyred" in the attack. Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, a newly founded jihadist group, has claimed responsibility for the attack. Injured taken to hospital According to the police, of the seven injured people, one is in critical condition, and all the injured have been shifted to the Hayatabad Medical Complex. A blast has been reported near a security forces vehicle in Peshawar's Hayatabad, Phase 6 vicinity -- The blast is speculated to be a suicide attack, per media report. #Pakistan — Anas Mallick (@AnasMallick) July 18, 2023 × Speaking to the media near the blast site, Cantt Superintendent of Police (SP) Waqas Rafi said that a bomb disposal squad was collecting evidence from the scene. Also read | Afghanistan, Pakistani Taliban 'collaborated' on attacks targeting Pak law enforcement: Report "We are looking into the matter and collecting further details. The area has been cordoned off," said Rafi, adding, "We will reach the bottom of this matter and the culprits involved in the incident will be exposed." Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, the jihadist group that has claimed responsibility for the attack, also attacked a military base in the southwest province of Balochistan last week. Afghanistan Taliban and crime in Pakistan The return of the Afghan Taliban to power in August 2021 has reportedly led to a surge in terrorist attacks in Pakistan. According to a report by the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), an independent think tank, the country has witnessed a 79 per cent increase in terror activities during the first half of 2023. Also read | No construction of building on plot of century-old Hindu temple will be allowed: Karachi mayor The report highlights that 271 militant attacks have occurred during this period, resulting in the loss of 389 lives and injuring 656 individuals. Responding to the increasing militant activity, Pakistani security forces have intensified their efforts. As per Geo TV, Pakistani forces have killed 236 militants and arrested 295 suspected militants across the country in the same six-month period. Previous blasts The Tuesday blast comes after two similar attacks in Balochistan earlier this month, which led to the death of 12 soldiers. Dawn reported that the two attacks which took place on the same day led to the Pakistan military's highest single-day toll from terrorist attacks reported this year. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Suicide attack targetting security forces 'martyrs' 1, injures 7 in Peshawar

Pakistan's law enforcement officials said Tuesday that the plot to target a highly secure mosque in the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was hatched in Afghanistan. They added that the suicide operation, that killed over 100 people, most of them policemen, was funded by an intelligence agency.&nbsp;

The suicide attack happened on January 30, when a Taliban suicide bomber blew himself up during the afternoon prayers in a Peshawar mosque. Officials had earlier said that the bomber escaped scrutiny by dressing up in a police uniform and entered on a motorcycle with a helmet and mask on.&nbsp;

The motorcycle the attacker drove was sold twice in Sarki Gate, a busy marker in Peshawar, officials said. Those who sold the motorcycle have been arrested.

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A total of 17 suspects involved in the devastating blast have been held till now. The Counter Terrorism Department Peshawar has announced a bounty of 10 million Pakistan rupees for the facilitators of the suicide bomber.

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province Police Chief Moazzam Jah Ansari said the suicide bomber has been identified through his DNA samples. CCTV footage shows the bomber leaving his helmet at the gate before entering the mosque.&nbsp;

"The facilitators behind this heinous attack will be arrested soon," he said.

Pakistan has been hit by a wave of terrorist attacks, mostly in the country's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, but also in Balochistan and Punjab.

Meanwhile, President Arif Alvi inquired about the health of the injured at the Lady Reading Hospital in Peshawar. Caretaker Chief Minister Azam Khan was also present with him.

The President discussed in detail the arrangements and medicare facilities being provided to the injured.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Pakistan's law enforcement officials said Tuesday that the plot to target a highly secure mosque in the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was hatched in Afghanistan.

Pakistan's law enforcement officials said Tuesday that the plot to target a highly secure mosque in the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was hatched in Afghanistan. They added that the suicide operation, that killed over 100 people, most of them policemen, was funded by an intelligence agency. The suicide attack happened on January 30, when a Taliban suicide bomber blew himself up during the afternoon prayers in a Peshawar mosque. Officials had earlier said that the bomber escaped scrutiny by dressing up in a police uniform and entered on a motorcycle with a helmet and mask on. The motorcycle the attacker drove was sold twice in Sarki Gate, a busy marker in Peshawar, officials said. Those who sold the motorcycle have been arrested. Also Read | Peshawar mosque bomber was in police uniform, Khyber Pashtunkhwa police chief says A total of 17 suspects involved in the devastating blast have been held till now. The Counter Terrorism Department Peshawar has announced a bounty of 10 million Pakistan rupees for the facilitators of the suicide bomber. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province Police Chief Moazzam Jah Ansari said the suicide bomber has been identified through his DNA samples. CCTV footage shows the bomber leaving his helmet at the gate before entering the mosque. "The facilitators behind this heinous attack will be arrested soon," he said. Pakistan has been hit by a wave of terrorist attacks, mostly in the country's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, but also in Balochistan and Punjab. Meanwhile, President Arif Alvi inquired about the health of the injured at the Lady Reading Hospital in Peshawar. Caretaker Chief Minister Azam Khan was also present with him. The President discussed in detail the arrangements and medicare facilities being provided to the injured. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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