At least twelve people have been injured after terrorists threw a grenade at a Sunday market in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar. Those injured in the explosion have been rushed to hospital. More details are awaited.

Jammu and Kashmir: Grenade Attack Near Sunday Market In Srinagar; 12 Injured

The Government of India has granted handicraft status to Kashmir willow bats, recognizing their cultural significance and craftsmanship. This move aims to promote the traditional sport of cricket and support local artisans, boosting the economy of Jammu and Kashmir by highlighting the unique quality of these handcrafted bats.

Jammu and Kashmir: Kashmir Willow Bats Given Handicraft Status By Govt Of India

An army vehicle was attacked near Botapather in Jammu and Kashmir's Gulmarg on Thursday evening. At least two soldiers and two civilian porters were killed in the terror attack.

Jammu And Kashmir News: Army Vehicle Attacked Near Gulmarg’s Botapathri

Two Indian Army soldiers and two porters were killed Thursday (Oct 24) after their vehicle was attacked by terrorists near Botpathri in Gulmarg, Kashmir, close to the Line of Control (LoC). Watch in for more details!

India: Two Soldiers, Two Porters Killed In Terror Attack In J&K's Baramulla

Jammu-Kashmir: Two Soldiers, Two Porters Killed in Terror Attack in Baramulla

<p>Police in the Indian Union Territory of&nbsp;Jammu and Kashmir&nbsp;have swung into action after the recent terrorist attack in Gagangeer area of Ganderbal district in which&nbsp;seven people were killed.</p>

<p>The police department's Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) wing carried out multiple raids in six districts of the Kashmir Valley. The raids were conducted in districts – Srinagar, Ganderbal, Pulwama, Anantnag, Budgam, and Kulgam.</p>

<p>Top security officials said that ten locations were raided, on Tuesday (Oct 22) and security forces have recovered over a dozen mobile phones, one laptop and a lot of incriminating material. Around half a dozen people have also been detained during the raids for questioning.</p>

<p>The team was also able to dismantle a recruitment module of the newly formed terrorist organisation called "Tehreek Labaik Ya Muslim" (TLM), which is said to be an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/two-non-locals-killed-few-injured-in-terrorist-attack-in-indias-jk-769262"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Seven people killed, few injured in terrorist attack at construction site in India’s Jammu and Kashmir</strong></a></p>

<p>According to the sources, the group was being operated by a Pakistani terrorist handler known as Baba Hamas.</p>

<p>Security forces believe there were two terrorists involved in the Gagangeer terror attack. The terrorists barged into the mess area of the construction staff and fired indiscriminately at them.</p>

<p>It resulted in the death of seven people including a doctor from Budgam district of Kashmir Valley. Five people also were injured during the attack. Since then, security forces have been carrying out a massive search operation in the Ganderbal district and the forest area behind the tunnel construction site.</p>

<p>The National Investigation Agency (NIA) team visited the attack site in Ganderbal on Monday. The team was led by a Superintendent of Police associated with the investigation agency's regional branch in the valley.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Jammu &amp; Kashmir Terror Attack: 7 People Killed In Terror Attack On Civilians In J&amp;K</strong></p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir&nbsp;Mehbooba Mufti,&nbsp;early Tuesday&nbsp;took to social media and alleged that after the "barbaric attack" at Sonamarg, there are reports that the local admin is pressurising nonlocal labourers to leave the valley immediately.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"After the barbaric attack at Sonamarg there are reports that the local admin is pressuring non local labourers to leave the valley immediately. While I understand their obvious sense of panic, asking them to leave in this manner is not a solution. Will only create more difficulties &amp; send a very bad message to the country. J&amp;K recently witnessed peaceful terror free elections &amp; this knee jerk reaction will only prove otherwise. Might also cause outrage against Kashmiris working &amp; studying in other states. Request Chief Minister @OmarAbdullah &amp; LG @manojsinha_ ji to intervene &amp; at least give them enough time,"&nbsp;said Mehbooba Mufti.</p>

<p>The Jammu and Kashmir Police was quick to react to Mufti's social media post&nbsp;and said, "The recent post in the social media about non-local labourers being asked to leave, is completely baseless. The J&amp;K police is committed to maintain security and a sense of safety to all intending to earn their livelihood."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Security has been beefed up across the Kashmir Valley after the Gagangeer attack.</p>


Police in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir have swung into action after the recent terrorist attack in Gagangeer area of Ganderbal district in which seven people were killed.

Police in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir have swung into action after the recent terrorist attack in Gagangeer area of Ganderbal district in which seven people were killed. The police department's Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) wing carried out multiple raids in six districts of the Kashmir Valley. The raids were conducted in districts – Srinagar, Ganderbal, Pulwama, Anantnag, Budgam, and Kulgam. Top security officials said that ten locations were raided, on Tuesday (Oct 22) and security forces have recovered over a dozen mobile phones, one laptop and a lot of incriminating material. Around half a dozen people have also been detained during the raids for questioning. The team was also able to dismantle a recruitment module of the newly formed terrorist organisation called "Tehreek Labaik Ya Muslim" (TLM), which is said to be an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Also read: Seven people killed, few injured in terrorist attack at construction site in India’s Jammu and Kashmir According to the sources, the group was being operated by a Pakistani terrorist handler known as Baba Hamas. Security forces believe there were two terrorists involved in the Gagangeer terror attack. The terrorists barged into the mess area of the construction staff and fired indiscriminately at them. It resulted in the death of seven people including a doctor from Budgam district of Kashmir Valley. Five people also were injured during the attack. Since then, security forces have been carrying out a massive search operation in the Ganderbal district and the forest area behind the tunnel construction site. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) team visited the attack site in Ganderbal on Monday. The team was led by a Superintendent of Police associated with the investigation agency's regional branch in the valley. Watch | Jammu & Kashmir Terror Attack: 7 People Killed In Terror Attack On Civilians In J&K × Meanwhile, the former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Mehbooba Mufti, early Tuesday took to social media and alleged that after the "barbaric attack" at Sonamarg, there are reports that the local admin is pressurising nonlocal labourers to leave the valley immediately. "After the barbaric attack at Sonamarg there are reports that the local admin is pressuring non local labourers to leave the valley immediately. While I understand their obvious sense of panic, asking them to leave in this manner is not a solution. Will only create more difficulties & send a very bad message to the country. J&K recently witnessed peaceful terror free elections & this knee jerk reaction will only prove otherwise. Might also cause outrage against Kashmiris working & studying in other states. Request Chief Minister @OmarAbdullah & LG @manojsinha_ ji to intervene & at least give them enough time," said Mehbooba Mufti. The Jammu and Kashmir Police was quick to react to Mufti's social media post and said, "The recent post in the social media about non-local labourers being asked to leave, is completely baseless. The J&K police is committed to maintain security and a sense of safety to all intending to earn their livelihood." Security has been beefed up across the Kashmir Valley after the Gagangeer attack.

J&K's Gagangeer attack: Counter Intelligence Kashmir raids multiple districts, busts recruitment module

<p>Seven people, including locals, non-locals, and a doctor, working at the construction site of a key infrastructure project, were killed and a few others were injured in a terrorist attack at Gagangir in&nbsp;Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening (Oct 20), just days after an elected government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah came to power in the Union Territory. Some of those who died in the attack were&nbsp;reportedly migrant workers.</p>

<p>The firing incident happened close to a campsite of the Z-mode tunnel at Gagangeer in the Sonamarg area of&nbsp;Ganderbal district.</p>

<p>The local police and security personnel from the Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) rushed to the spot and cordoned off the area.</p>

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<p>According to media reports, the attack was carried out by the terrorist group The Resistance Front (TRF), which is an offshoot of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).</p>

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<h2><strong>J&amp;K CM reacts to the incident</strong></h2>

<p>Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that some of those individuals were working on a key infrastructure project and slammed the terror attack.</p>

<p>Taking to X, CM Abdullah wrote, "Very sad news of a dastardly &amp; cowardly attack on non-local labourers at Gagangir in Sonamarg region. These people were working on a key infrastructure project in the area. 2 have been killed &amp; 2-3 more have been injured in this militant attack. I strongly condemn this attack on unarmed innocent people &amp; send my condolences to their loved ones."</p>

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<p>He added,&nbsp;"The casualty figure from the Gagangir attack is not final as there are a number of injured labourers, both local &amp; non-local. Praying that the injured make a full recovery as the more seriously injured are being referred to SKIMS, Srinagar."</p>

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<p>Taking to X, Home Minister Amit Shah said, "The dastardly terror attack on civilians in Gagangir, J&amp;K, is a despicable act of cowardice. Those involved in this heinous act will not be spared and will face the harshest response from our security forces. At this moment of immense grief, I extend my sincerest condolences to the families of the deceased. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured."</p>

<p>In a similar attack on October 18, a migrant worker from Bihar was killed in Shopian district.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Jammu-Kashmir: Omar Abdullah Takes Oath As Chief Minister, Congress To Provide Outside Support</strong></p>

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<p>The bullet-riddled body of the worker was found by locals in the Waduna area of Zainapora in Shopian.</p>

<p>Later, officials identified the victim as Ashok Chauhan, who was living in the Sangam area of Anantnag.</p>

<p>Criticising the killing of the non-local labourer, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said that the country stands united against such "inhuman and reprehensible" acts.</p>

<p>"The killing of a labourer from Bihar by terrorists in Shopian, Kashmir&nbsp;is a very sad and cowardly criminal act. I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved family," Gandhi said in his Facebook post.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Seven people, including locals, non-locals, and a doctor, working at the construction site of a key infrastructure project, were killed and a few others were injured in a terrorist attack at Gagangir in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening (Oct 20), just days after an elected government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah came to power in the Union Territory.

Seven people, including locals, non-locals, and a doctor, working at the construction site of a key infrastructure project, were killed and a few others were injured in a terrorist attack at Gagangir in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening (Oct 20), just days after an elected government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah came to power in the Union Territory. Some of those who died in the attack were reportedly migrant workers. The firing incident happened close to a campsite of the Z-mode tunnel at Gagangeer in the Sonamarg area of Ganderbal district. The local police and security personnel from the Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) rushed to the spot and cordoned off the area. #Terror incident in Gagangeer, #Ganderbal. Area cordoned off by security forces. Further details shall follow.@JmuKmrPolice — Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) October 20, 2024 × According to media reports, the attack was carried out by the terrorist group The Resistance Front (TRF), which is an offshoot of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Also Read: Jammu-Kashmir: Two terrorists killed, 3 security personnel injured in gunfight in Kulgam J&K CM reacts to the incident Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that some of those individuals were working on a key infrastructure project and slammed the terror attack. Taking to X, CM Abdullah wrote, "Very sad news of a dastardly & cowardly attack on non-local labourers at Gagangir in Sonamarg region. These people were working on a key infrastructure project in the area. 2 have been killed & 2-3 more have been injured in this militant attack. I strongly condemn this attack on unarmed innocent people & send my condolences to their loved ones." Very sad news of a dastardly & cowardly attack on non-local labourers at Gagangir in Sonamarg region. These people were working on a key infrastructure project in the area. 2 have been killed & 2-3 more have been injured in this militant attack. I strongly condemn this attack on… — Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) October 20, 2024 × He added, "The casualty figure from the Gagangir attack is not final as there are a number of injured labourers, both local & non-local. Praying that the injured make a full recovery as the more seriously injured are being referred to SKIMS, Srinagar." The casualty figure from the Gagangir attack is not final as there are a number of injured labourers, both local & non-local. Praying that the injured make a full recovery as the more seriously injured are being referred to SKIMS, Srinagar. — Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) October 20, 2024 × Taking to X, Home Minister Amit Shah said, "The dastardly terror attack on civilians in Gagangir, J&K, is a despicable act of cowardice. Those involved in this heinous act will not be spared and will face the harshest response from our security forces. At this moment of immense grief, I extend my sincerest condolences to the families of the deceased. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured." In a similar attack on October 18, a migrant worker from Bihar was killed in Shopian district. Watch: Jammu-Kashmir: Omar Abdullah Takes Oath As Chief Minister, Congress To Provide Outside Support The bullet-riddled body of the worker was found by locals in the Waduna area of Zainapora in Shopian. Later, officials identified the victim as Ashok Chauhan, who was living in the Sangam area of Anantnag. Criticising the killing of the non-local labourer, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said that the country stands united against such "inhuman and reprehensible" acts. "The killing of a labourer from Bihar by terrorists in Shopian, Kashmir is a very sad and cowardly criminal act. I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved family," Gandhi said in his Facebook post. (With inputs from agencies)

Seven people killed, few injured in terrorist attack at construction site in India’s Jammu and Kashmir

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<p>National Conference president Farooq Abdullah spoke some strong words while condemning the terror attack in Gagangir, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday (Oct 21).</p>

<p>Abdullah asked Pakistan to stop spreading terrorism in its neighbouring country and halt any kind of terror activities if they want to establish good relations with New Delhi.</p>

<p>The terrorist attack happened days after Farooq Abdullah's National Conference formed government in Jammu and Kashmir with the support of Congress from outside and Omar Abdullah took oath as the union territory's chief minister.</p>

<p>Speaking about the terror attack, Abdullah said that Kashmir will never become Pakistan.</p>

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<p>"I want to tell the leadership in Pakistan that if they want good relations with India, they need to put an end to this. Kashmir Pakistan&nbsp;nahi banega (Kashmir will never become Pakistan)<em>.&nbsp;</em>Let us live with dignity and succeed," Abdullah said.</p>

<h2><strong>Pakistan will have to face 'very severe'&nbsp;results: Abdullah</strong></h2>

<p>He said that Pakistan will have to face "very severe" results if it&nbsp;continues fostering terrorism on its soil.</p>

<p>"If they couldn't create a Pakistan for 75 years, how would it be possible now?... It is time to end terrorism, otherwise the results will be very severe... How will talks be held if they kill our innocent people?" the leader added.</p>

<p>"This attack was very unfortunate... Immigrant poor labourers and a doctor lost their lives. What will the terrorists get from this? Do they think they will be able to create a Pakistan here... We are trying to put this to an end so we can move on from the misery,"&nbsp; Abdullah&nbsp;said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Jammu-Kashmir Terror Attack: 7 Killed In Terror Attack, Victims Include 1 Doctor, 6 Workers</strong></p>

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<p>Seven people, including locals, non-locals, and a doctor, working at the construction site of a key infrastructure project, were killed and a few others were injured in a terrorist attack at Gagangir in&nbsp;Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening (Oct 20). Some of those who died in the attack were&nbsp;reportedly migrant workers.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) reached the union territory to investigate the terror attack.</p>

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National Conference president Farooq Abdullah spoke some strong words while condemning the terror attack in Gagangir, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday (Oct 21). Abdullah asked Pakistan to stop spreading terrorism in its neighbouring country and halt any kind of terror activities if they want to establish good relations with New Delhi.

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah spoke some strong words while condemning the terror attack in Gagangir, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday (Oct 21). Abdullah asked Pakistan to stop spreading terrorism in its neighbouring country and halt any kind of terror activities if they want to establish good relations with New Delhi. The terrorist attack happened days after Farooq Abdullah's National Conference formed government in Jammu and Kashmir with the support of Congress from outside and Omar Abdullah took oath as the union territory's chief minister. Speaking about the terror attack, Abdullah said that Kashmir will never become Pakistan. Also Read: Seven people killed, few injured in terrorist attack at construction site in India’s Jammu and Kashmir "I want to tell the leadership in Pakistan that if they want good relations with India, they need to put an end to this. Kashmir Pakistan nahi banega (Kashmir will never become Pakistan). Let us live with dignity and succeed," Abdullah said. Pakistan will have to face 'very severe' results: Abdullah He said that Pakistan will have to face "very severe" results if it continues fostering terrorism on its soil. "If they couldn't create a Pakistan for 75 years, how would it be possible now?... It is time to end terrorism, otherwise the results will be very severe... How will talks be held if they kill our innocent people?" the leader added. "This attack was very unfortunate... Immigrant poor labourers and a doctor lost their lives. What will the terrorists get from this? Do they think they will be able to create a Pakistan here... We are trying to put this to an end so we can move on from the misery," Abdullah said. Watch: Jammu-Kashmir Terror Attack: 7 Killed In Terror Attack, Victims Include 1 Doctor, 6 Workers Seven people, including locals, non-locals, and a doctor, working at the construction site of a key infrastructure project, were killed and a few others were injured in a terrorist attack at Gagangir in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening (Oct 20). Some of those who died in the attack were reportedly migrant workers. Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) reached the union territory to investigate the terror attack. (With inputs from agencies)

'Kashmir will never become Pakistan': Farooq Abdullah strongly reacts to terror attack in J&K

<p>An assailant shot dead an Israeli policeman and wounded five other people near the southern city of Ashdod on Tuesday in what police called a "terrorist" attack.<br />
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The gunman was killed during the attack at the Yavne interchange along the highway connecting Ashdod to Tel Aviv, the authorities said.</p>

<p>"A terrorist wounded five people, including a policeman who was critically injured and then died later," a police spokesman said.</p>

<p>The attacker had approached the main road on foot, fatally wounding the policeman before going on a shooting rampage and wounding others.</p>

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<p>An Israeli paramedic at the scene "shot the terrorist and neutralised him", said Zaki Heller, a spokesman with emergency service provider Magen David Adom.</p>

<p>"I was driving on the road, I saw a terrorist shooting, I jumped out of the car and neutralised him," the unidentified paramedic who shot the gunman told media during a live interview from the scene.</p>

<p>Far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir hailed the off-duty paramedic's response, saying his gun reforms had helped to save lives, in comments to the media.</p>

<p>The shooting comes just days after one person was killed and five wounded in&nbsp;a stabbing attack in the central town of Hadera before the assailant was shot by armed civilians.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-at-least-1-killed-9-wounded-in-terror-attack-at-beersheba-central-bus-station-764977"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Israel: Woman killed, 10 wounded in terror attack at Beersheba central bus station; attacker shot dead</strong></a></p>

<p>Palestinian militant group Hamas later praised that attack, saying it was a "heroic stabbing operation" and calling "for more painful strikes against the occupation".</p>

<p>Earlier this month,&nbsp;seven people were killed in a Tel Aviv shooting and stabbing claimed by Hamas.</p>

<p>Palestinian militants have carried out several attacks on Israelis since October 7 last year, when Hamas attacked southern Israel, sparking war in Gaza.</p>

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An assailant shot dead an Israeli policeman and wounded five other people near the southern city of Ashdod on Tuesday in what police called a "terrorist" attack.

An assailant shot dead an Israeli policeman and wounded five other people near the southern city of Ashdod on Tuesday in what police called a "terrorist" attack. The gunman was killed during the attack at the Yavne interchange along the highway connecting Ashdod to Tel Aviv, the authorities said. "A terrorist wounded five people, including a policeman who was critically injured and then died later," a police spokesman said. The attacker had approached the main road on foot, fatally wounding the policeman before going on a shooting rampage and wounding others. Watch | Israel-Hezbollah War: New Details Emerge on Mossad's Pager and Walkie-talkie Operations An Israeli paramedic at the scene "shot the terrorist and neutralised him", said Zaki Heller, a spokesman with emergency service provider Magen David Adom. "I was driving on the road, I saw a terrorist shooting, I jumped out of the car and neutralised him," the unidentified paramedic who shot the gunman told media during a live interview from the scene. Far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir hailed the off-duty paramedic's response, saying his gun reforms had helped to save lives, in comments to the media. The shooting comes just days after one person was killed and five wounded in a stabbing attack in the central town of Hadera before the assailant was shot by armed civilians. Also read | Israel: Woman killed, 10 wounded in terror attack at Beersheba central bus station; attacker shot dead Palestinian militant group Hamas later praised that attack, saying it was a "heroic stabbing operation" and calling "for more painful strikes against the occupation". Earlier this month, seven people were killed in a Tel Aviv shooting and stabbing claimed by Hamas. Palestinian militants have carried out several attacks on Israelis since October 7 last year, when Hamas attacked southern Israel, sparking war in Gaza. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Israeli policeman killed by gunman in Ashdod ‘terror attack’

<p>An Afghan man was arrested in Oklahoma for allegedly plotting an election day "terrorist attack," the U.S. Department of Justice said on Tuesday.</p>

<p>The man, Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, living in Oklahoma City after entering the U.S. in 2021 on a special immigrant visa, was plotting the attack in the name of Islamic State, according to the indictment. The Special Immigrant Visa program, which admits up to 50 people a year, is available to people who worked with the U.S. armed forces or under chief of mission authority as a translator or interpreter in Iraq or Afghanistan.</p>

<p>The indictment did not indicate whether Tawhedi worked as translator or interpreter in Afghanistan. The Department of Justice did not immediately respond to a request for comment.</p>

<p>Tawhedi searched online for information on how to access cameras in the capital, Washington, D.C., and for states that did not require a license to get a firearm, according to the indictment. He also visited the White House and Washington Monument web cameras.</p>

<p>Tawhedi and an underage co-conspirator, who is his brother-in-law, were arrested on Monday after they met with FBI assets to buy two AK-47 rifles and ammunition.</p>

<p>In his post-arrest interview, Tawhedi said the attack planned to target large gatherings of people, during which he and his co-conspirator expected to die as martyrs.</p>

<p>"We will continue to combat the ongoing threat that ISIS and its supporters pose to America’s national security, and we will identify, investigate, and prosecute the individuals who seek to terrorize the American people," U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement.</p>

<p>Last week, in a "homeland threat assessment," the Department of Homeland Security said the U.S. threat environment was expected to remain high in the coming year due to factors including the 2024 election cycle and the war in Gaza.</p>

<p>"Lone offenders and small groups continue to pose the greatest threat. Meanwhile, foreign terrorist organizations, including the Islamic State and al Qaeda maintain their enduring intent to conduct or inspire attacks in the Homeland," the department said in an assessment released on Oct. 2.</p>

<p>The Islamic State militant organization killed and executed thousands of people in the name of its extreme religious interpretation before it was territorially defeated in Iraq in 2017 and Syria in 2019.</p>

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An Afghan man was arrested in Oklahoma for allegedly plotting an election day "terrorist attack," the U.S. Department of Justice said on Tuesday. The man, Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, living in Oklahoma City after entering the U.

An Afghan man was arrested in Oklahoma for allegedly plotting an election day "terrorist attack," the U.S. Department of Justice said on Tuesday. The man, Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, living in Oklahoma City after entering the U.S. in 2021 on a special immigrant visa, was plotting the attack in the name of Islamic State, according to the indictment. The Special Immigrant Visa program, which admits up to 50 people a year, is available to people who worked with the U.S. armed forces or under chief of mission authority as a translator or interpreter in Iraq or Afghanistan. The indictment did not indicate whether Tawhedi worked as translator or interpreter in Afghanistan. The Department of Justice did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Tawhedi searched online for information on how to access cameras in the capital, Washington, D.C., and for states that did not require a license to get a firearm, according to the indictment. He also visited the White House and Washington Monument web cameras. Tawhedi and an underage co-conspirator, who is his brother-in-law, were arrested on Monday after they met with FBI assets to buy two AK-47 rifles and ammunition. In his post-arrest interview, Tawhedi said the attack planned to target large gatherings of people, during which he and his co-conspirator expected to die as martyrs. "We will continue to combat the ongoing threat that ISIS and its supporters pose to America’s national security, and we will identify, investigate, and prosecute the individuals who seek to terrorize the American people," U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement. Last week, in a "homeland threat assessment," the Department of Homeland Security said the U.S. threat environment was expected to remain high in the coming year due to factors including the 2024 election cycle and the war in Gaza. "Lone offenders and small groups continue to pose the greatest threat. Meanwhile, foreign terrorist organizations, including the Islamic State and al Qaeda maintain their enduring intent to conduct or inspire attacks in the Homeland," the department said in an assessment released on Oct. 2. The Islamic State militant organization killed and executed thousands of people in the name of its extreme religious interpretation before it was territorially defeated in Iraq in 2017 and Syria in 2019. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Afghan man arrested for plotting election day terrorist attack in US

<p>At least six people have been killed and nine others were injured in Jaffa, central Israel after a shooting incident, on Tuesday (Oct 1) evening, reported Times of Israel citing the police. Israel's Magen David Adom (MDA) responded to the incident, which unfolded on Jerusalem Street in the city.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the police, a municipal security officer and armed Israeli civilians shot and “neutralised” the two terrorists.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Two terrorists, one of whom was seen armed with an assault rifle, carried out the shooting in Jaffa in south Tel Aviv, according to surveillance camera images.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the images, the terrorists were seen coming out of the Tel Aviv light rail. The duo had reportedly shot and stabbed people on the light rail before continuing on foot and attacking people on Jerusalem Street in the city.</p>

<p>One of the terrorists was seen opening fire at the body of a man on the ground.</p>

<p>Police say the shooting in Jaffa is a suspected terror attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Law enforcement officials said that the situation was “under control” and the families of the victims had been notified.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tel Aviv district commander Haim Sargrof said that&nbsp;the two attackers who were killed were not Israeli citizens and&nbsp;there were no other assailants at the scene.<br />
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"I saw a terrorist shoot a girl and another girl, then I saw the terrorist shoot a man on a bicycle. At that moment, a civilian arrived with a gun and shot the terrorist," said an eyewitness as per Haaretz report.&nbsp;</p>

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At least six people have been killed and nine others were injured in Jaffa, central Israel after a shooting incident, on Tuesday (Oct 1) evening, reported Times of Israel citing the police.

At least six people have been killed and nine others were injured in Jaffa, central Israel after a shooting incident, on Tuesday (Oct 1) evening, reported Times of Israel citing the police. Israel's Magen David Adom (MDA) responded to the incident, which unfolded on Jerusalem Street in the city. According to the police, a municipal security officer and armed Israeli civilians shot and “neutralised” the two terrorists. Two terrorists, one of whom was seen armed with an assault rifle, carried out the shooting in Jaffa in south Tel Aviv, according to surveillance camera images. According to the images, the terrorists were seen coming out of the Tel Aviv light rail. The duo had reportedly shot and stabbed people on the light rail before continuing on foot and attacking people on Jerusalem Street in the city. One of the terrorists was seen opening fire at the body of a man on the ground. Police say the shooting in Jaffa is a suspected terror attack. Law enforcement officials said that the situation was “under control” and the families of the victims had been notified. Tel Aviv district commander Haim Sargrof said that the two attackers who were killed were not Israeli citizens and there were no other assailants at the scene. "I saw a terrorist shoot a girl and another girl, then I saw the terrorist shoot a man on a bicycle. At that moment, a civilian arrived with a gun and shot the terrorist," said an eyewitness as per Haaretz report. (With inputs from agencies)

Mass shooting in Tel Aviv: 6 killed, 9 wounded as two terrorists open fire in Jaffa; attackers neutralised

An al-Qaeda-linked group has said it was behind an early morning attack in the Malian capital, Bamako. Armed men targeted a military training school and other areas in the city, the authorities said, blaming “a group of terrorists” for the assault.

Terrorists attack military school in Mali's capital Bamako

<p>Two children were killed in firing on a school van in Pakistan's Punjab province on Thursday (Aug 22) while six others were injured, police and officials said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the authorities, the driver of the school van who was among the injured, appears to be the target of the attack.</p>

<p>"Our initial investigations indicate that the driver had an enmity with someone," Mohammad Shakil, a local police official, was quoted as saying by the Associated Press.</p>

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<p>Police were still investigating to determine who was behind the firing.</p>

<p>At the time of filing this report, no terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The dead and wounded were transported to a nearby hospital, Ghias Gull, a district police chief in Attock, where the shooting occurred was quoted as saying by the Associated Press.</p>

<p>Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi denounced the attack and called for&nbsp;the best possible medical treatment to be provided to the wounded.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Pakistan: Punjab govt bans protests, public gatherings; ban in response to nationwide PTI protests</strong></p>

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<p>Attock is about 420 km north of Punjab's provincial capital Lahore&nbsp;but is not far away from the country's restive northwest region.</p>

<p>Terrorist&nbsp;attacks have surged in Pakistan in recent years, mostly in the northwest bordering Afghanistan. In 2014, Pakistani militants in the worst assault on an army-run school in the northwestern city of Peshawar killed 147 people, including 132 children.</p>

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Two children were killed in firing on a school van in Pakistan's Punjab province on Thursday (Aug 22) while six others were injured, police and officials said. According to the authorities, the driver of the school van who was among the injured, appears to be the target of the attack.

Two children were killed in firing on a school van in Pakistan's Punjab province on Thursday (Aug 22) while six others were injured, police and officials said. According to the authorities, the driver of the school van who was among the injured, appears to be the target of the attack. "Our initial investigations indicate that the driver had an enmity with someone," Mohammad Shakil, a local police official, was quoted as saying by the Associated Press. Also read | Pakistan woman escapes mob lynching over 'controversial' attire after woman police officer intervenes Police were still investigating to determine who was behind the firing. At the time of filing this report, no terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the attack. The dead and wounded were transported to a nearby hospital, Ghias Gull, a district police chief in Attock, where the shooting occurred was quoted as saying by the Associated Press. Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi denounced the attack and called for the best possible medical treatment to be provided to the wounded. Also watch | Pakistan: Punjab govt bans protests, public gatherings; ban in response to nationwide PTI protests × Attock is about 420 km north of Punjab's provincial capital Lahore but is not far away from the country's restive northwest region. Terrorist attacks have surged in Pakistan in recent years, mostly in the northwest bordering Afghanistan. In 2014, Pakistani militants in the worst assault on an army-run school in the northwestern city of Peshawar killed 147 people, including 132 children. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan: Two children killed in firing on school van in Punjab's Attock

<p>An Iraqi national has been arrested in Austria in connection with a foiled terror plot targeting Taylor Swift concerts. The teenager is the third person to be detained in this case, believed to be linked to the 19-year-old primary suspect, an Austrian national with North Macedonian roots.</p>

<p>Swift’s three concerts were cancelled in Austria after authorities said they foiled a terror attack planned for the Vienna leg of her blockbuster Eras tour.</p>

<p>“A planned attack on a concert event was successfully thwarted thanks to the timely intervention of the authorities. This success was made possible through extensive investigations that targeted not only the main suspects but also their surrounding network,” authorities said Friday (Aug 9).</p>

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<p>Austria’s interior ministry said authorities are “taking decisive action against anyone who might be involved in terrorist activities or exhibits radical tendencies.” It clarified that the third teenager was “not currently linked directly to the planned attack” but was detained under the broader scope.</p>

<p>Earlier, two primary suspects, a 19-year-old and a 17-year-old, were detained.</p>

<p>The 19-year-old suspect made a full confession in custody about his allegiance to ISIS and plans to carry out a "bloodbath". Authorities also found machetes and technical devices at his home in the town of Ternitz in preparation for an attack.</p>

<p>"The main perpetrator has confessed that he was supposed to carry out a suicide attack with two accomplices," said Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;'Eras Tour' Terror Threat: Taylor Swift fans hit the streets</strong></p>

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<p>They planned to cause as many casualties as possible among the estimated 20,000&nbsp;fans of the American singer, often referred to as&nbsp;"Swifties", set to gather outside Vienna's Ernst Happel Stadium, said national intelligence head Omar Haijawi-Pirchner.</p>

<p>Austria's general director for public security Franz Ruf said the suspects had “very specific and detailed plans.”</p>

<p>"The suspects actually had very specific and detailed plans...to leave a bloodbath in their wake." Authorities painted a picture of the main suspect having self-radicalised, transforming his appearance and sharing Islamist propaganda online. He quit his job on July 25, telling people he had "big plans", Ruf said.</p>

<p>His plan also reportedly involved driving a car into the crowd of 20,000 concert-goers and launching a brutal attack with machetes and knives.</p>

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An Iraqi national has been arrested in Austria in connection with a foiled terror plot targeting Taylor Swift concerts. The teenager is the third person to be detained in this case, believed to be linked to the 19-year-old primary suspect, an Austrian national with North Macedonian roots.

An Iraqi national has been arrested in Austria in connection with a foiled terror plot targeting Taylor Swift concerts. The teenager is the third person to be detained in this case, believed to be linked to the 19-year-old primary suspect, an Austrian national with North Macedonian roots. Swift’s three concerts were cancelled in Austria after authorities said they foiled a terror attack planned for the Vienna leg of her blockbuster Eras tour. “A planned attack on a concert event was successfully thwarted thanks to the timely intervention of the authorities. This success was made possible through extensive investigations that targeted not only the main suspects but also their surrounding network,” authorities said Friday (Aug 9). Also read: Travis Kelce to rescue? This is how beau helped ease tension after Taylor Swift’s concerts got canned Austria’s interior ministry said authorities are “taking decisive action against anyone who might be involved in terrorist activities or exhibits radical tendencies.” It clarified that the third teenager was “not currently linked directly to the planned attack” but was detained under the broader scope. Earlier, two primary suspects, a 19-year-old and a 17-year-old, were detained. The 19-year-old suspect made a full confession in custody about his allegiance to ISIS and plans to carry out a "bloodbath". Authorities also found machetes and technical devices at his home in the town of Ternitz in preparation for an attack. "The main perpetrator has confessed that he was supposed to carry out a suicide attack with two accomplices," said Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer. Watch: 'Eras Tour' Terror Threat: Taylor Swift fans hit the streets × They planned to cause as many casualties as possible among the estimated 20,000 fans of the American singer, often referred to as "Swifties", set to gather outside Vienna's Ernst Happel Stadium, said national intelligence head Omar Haijawi-Pirchner. Austria's general director for public security Franz Ruf said the suspects had “very specific and detailed plans.” "The suspects actually had very specific and detailed plans...to leave a bloodbath in their wake." Authorities painted a picture of the main suspect having self-radicalised, transforming his appearance and sharing Islamist propaganda online. He quit his job on July 25, telling people he had "big plans", Ruf said. His plan also reportedly involved driving a car into the crowd of 20,000 concert-goers and launching a brutal attack with machetes and knives. (With inputs from agencies)

Taylor Swift concert terror plot: Iraqi national arrested, main suspect admits to planning 'bloodbath'

At least 37 civilians were killed and 212 were injured in an explosion at a popular beach restaurant in the Somali capital late on Friday, the health minister said, an attack the government blamed on militant Islamist group al Shabaab.

Somalia: Death toll hits 37 after Al-Shabaab attacks Mogadishu beach

At least 32 people were killed and several others injured after a suicide bomber and gunmen targeted a popular beachfront location in the Somali capital. Watch in for more details!

Somali beach attack kills 32, at least 63 wounded

Security forces foiled an attack by militants near the outer wall of Bannu cantonment in Pakistan early Monday, wounding seven civilians. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan: Eight soldiers killed in terrorist attack, forces gun down ten terrorists

A series of three powerful explosions rocked the entrance of Bannu cantonment in Pakistan, followed by intense gunfire. According to a militant group, a vehicle packed with explosives was used in the attack and suicide bombers breached the perimeter of Bannu Cantonment.

Pakistan: Terrorist attack in Bannu cantonment

Pakistan: Jeesh Fursan Muhammad group launches a severe attack on the Bannu Cantt

Pakistan: Suicide attack in Bannu cantonment

Following the commencement of a large search and rescue operation in a wooded region in the Kathua District of Jammu & Kashmir, two terrorists have been killed. In the Hira Nagar neighborhood of Kathua District, some gunmen opened fire on a residence, prompting the security forces to initiate an operation. Keep an eye out for additional information!

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<p>Australia's New South Wales police said that they have been investigating a bishop's alleged stabbing during the live stream of a mass in Sydney on Monday (April 15) as a terrorist attack.</p>

<p>Premier Chris Minns said that the decision to investigate it as a terrorist attack was taken on Tuesday (April 16).&nbsp;</p>

<p>NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb said that they have established a strike force to investigate the incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This is a major and serious criminal investigation. It is crucial that New South Wales police are able to devote their resources and intelligence as well as officers to the investigation of this crime," said Minns, on Tuesday.</p>

<p>After the prominent Orthodox Christian leader was stabbed at the church's altar, hundreds of people got on the streets and clashed with the police in western Sydney on Monday night.</p>

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<p>The police arrested a 15-year-old boy after the incident.</p>

<h2><strong>How did the stabbing incident occur in church?</strong></h2>

<p>The stabbing incident took place at the Christ The Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley, Sydney.</p>

<p>In the incident, at least four people were stabbed, however, the police confirmed that none of them suffered life-threatening injuries. The incident led to unrest.</p>

<p>As hundreds of people clashed with the police officials after the incident, two of them suffered injuries and 20 police vehicles suffered damages.</p>

<p>Police Chief Commissioner Karen Webb said the police are hunting down those who were involved in the riots and called their actions "unacceptable".</p>

<p>A crowd of people then “converged on that area and began to turn on police”, said Webb. According to the police, the crowd, which was initially made up of around 50 people, grew to approximately 500.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“People used what was available to them in the area, including bricks, concrete palings, to assault police, and throw missiles at police and police equipment, and police vehicles," stated the police.</p>

<p>Few police officers suffered injuries and were taken to hospital overnight, said Webb.</p>

<p>“That is unacceptable and those that were involved in that riot can expect a knock at the door. It might not be today. It might not be tomorrow. But we’ll find you and we’ll come and arrest you. That is totally unacceptable," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident occurred a day after&nbsp;40-year-old Joel Cauchi created chaos and panic amid the crowd in the Westfield Bondi Junction complex in Sydney as he&nbsp;stabbed six&nbsp;people - out of which five were women - using a long blade.</p>

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Australia's New South Wales police said that they have been investigating a bishop's alleged stabbing during the live stream of a mass in Sydney on Monday (April 15) as a terrorist attack.

Australia's New South Wales police said that they have been investigating a bishop's alleged stabbing during the live stream of a mass in Sydney on Monday (April 15) as a terrorist attack. Premier Chris Minns said that the decision to investigate it as a terrorist attack was taken on Tuesday (April 16). NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb said that they have established a strike force to investigate the incident. “This is a major and serious criminal investigation. It is crucial that New South Wales police are able to devote their resources and intelligence as well as officers to the investigation of this crime," said Minns, on Tuesday. After the prominent Orthodox Christian leader was stabbed at the church's altar, hundreds of people got on the streets and clashed with the police in western Sydney on Monday night. Also Read: Another stabbing incident rocks Sydney as man assaults four in church, 15-year-old boy arrested The police arrested a 15-year-old boy after the incident. How did the stabbing incident occur in church? The stabbing incident took place at the Christ The Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley, Sydney. In the incident, at least four people were stabbed, however, the police confirmed that none of them suffered life-threatening injuries. The incident led to unrest. As hundreds of people clashed with the police officials after the incident, two of them suffered injuries and 20 police vehicles suffered damages. Police Chief Commissioner Karen Webb said the police are hunting down those who were involved in the riots and called their actions "unacceptable". A crowd of people then “converged on that area and began to turn on police”, said Webb. According to the police, the crowd, which was initially made up of around 50 people, grew to approximately 500. Watch: Sydney attack: Sydney mall attack victims identified “People used what was available to them in the area, including bricks, concrete palings, to assault police, and throw missiles at police and police equipment, and police vehicles," stated the police. Few police officers suffered injuries and were taken to hospital overnight, said Webb. “That is unacceptable and those that were involved in that riot can expect a knock at the door. It might not be today. It might not be tomorrow. But we’ll find you and we’ll come and arrest you. That is totally unacceptable," he said. The incident occurred a day after 40-year-old Joel Cauchi created chaos and panic amid the crowd in the Westfield Bondi Junction complex in Sydney as he stabbed six people - out of which five were women - using a long blade. (With inputs from agencies)

Australian police treating church stabbing incident as a 'terrorist attack'

<p>Amid tensions following a series of attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan, China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian addressed the media in a regular press conference on Wednesday (Mar 27), condemning the latest act of terrorism that claimed the lives of five Chinese nationals and a Pakistani driver.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes as a suicide bomber in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday (Mar 26) targeted a vehicle by driving his explosive-laden car into it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We strongly condemn this act of terrorism. We express deep condolences over the lives lost and extend sincere sympathies to the bereaved families. We have previously stated our position on this incident," Lin Jian said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In response to inquiries regarding the investigation and handling of the attack on the vehicle of the Dasu Hydropower Project, Lin Jian affirmed, "Immediately after the attack, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan activated the emergency response mechanism and swiftly engaged in emergency response and close communication with Pakistan both in Beijing and Islamabad."</p>

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<p>China also urged Pakistan to expedite the hunt for the perpetrators, ensure justice for the victims, and enhance security measures to safeguard Chinese personnel and projects in the region.</p>

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<p>In turn, Pakistan committed to "a thorough joint investigation to be conducted, utilising all resources of the state" to reassure China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Expressing gratitude for international solidarity, Lin Jian stated, "We have noted the condemnation on the terrorist attack and condolences over Chinese victims from some countries. This is much appreciated."</p>

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<p>Moreover, Lin Jian also reinforced the shared responsibility in combating the menace of&nbsp;terrorism.</p>

<p>When questioned about the upcoming visit of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Beijing, Lin Jian maintained a diplomatic stance, stating, "China and Pakistan maintain sound interactions at all levels. As for the specific visit you mentioned, I have nothing to share at the moment."</p>

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Amid tensions following a series of attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan, China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian addressed the media in a regular press conference on Wednesday (Mar 27), condemning the latest act of terrorism that claimed the lives of five Chinese nationals and a Pakistani driver.

Amid tensions following a series of attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan, China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian addressed the media in a regular press conference on Wednesday (Mar 27), condemning the latest act of terrorism that claimed the lives of five Chinese nationals and a Pakistani driver. This comes as a suicide bomber in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday (Mar 26) targeted a vehicle by driving his explosive-laden car into it. "We strongly condemn this act of terrorism. We express deep condolences over the lives lost and extend sincere sympathies to the bereaved families. We have previously stated our position on this incident," Lin Jian said. In response to inquiries regarding the investigation and handling of the attack on the vehicle of the Dasu Hydropower Project, Lin Jian affirmed, "Immediately after the attack, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan activated the emergency response mechanism and swiftly engaged in emergency response and close communication with Pakistan both in Beijing and Islamabad." Also Read | At least eight people killed after Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah exchange fire along border China also urged Pakistan to expedite the hunt for the perpetrators, ensure justice for the victims, and enhance security measures to safeguard Chinese personnel and projects in the region. Also Read | Protecting Palestinians a moral imperative, Pentagon chief tells Israeli Defence Minister Gallant In turn, Pakistan committed to "a thorough joint investigation to be conducted, utilising all resources of the state" to reassure China. Expressing gratitude for international solidarity, Lin Jian stated, "We have noted the condemnation on the terrorist attack and condolences over Chinese victims from some countries. This is much appreciated." Watch | Pakistan: China firm suspend power project after five engineers killed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa attack × Moreover, Lin Jian also reinforced the shared responsibility in combating the menace of terrorism. When questioned about the upcoming visit of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Beijing, Lin Jian maintained a diplomatic stance, stating, "China and Pakistan maintain sound interactions at all levels. As for the specific visit you mentioned, I have nothing to share at the moment." (With inputs from agencies)

China ‘strongly condemns’ terrorist attack on Chinese nationals in Pakistan

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