FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026|No. 15513

Pakistan · Attack

Deadly Bombing Strikes Mosque in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province

An explosive-laden vehicle targeted a mosque in the Kohat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, resulting in at least 16 fatalities including civilians and police officers.

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A mosque in Pakistan, the site of a recent deadly bombing.

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Eleven civilians and five police officers have been killed after a vehicle loaded with explosives rammed into a mosque in north-western Pakistan, according to a senior police official in Peshawar.

An exchange of gunfire is ongoing between attackers and security forces at the site in the Kohat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

One of the assailants has been killed by police, an officer says.

A rescue operation is under way and the death toll may rise, local media report.

This is a breaking news story. Updates to follow.

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In a moment of resilience, the community in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province is coming together following a tragic incident at a mosque in the Kohat district. Despite the devastating attack, security forces responded swiftly, engaging the assailants and neutralizing one attacker. The ongoing rescue operation highlights the dedication of emergency services working to assist those affected. This event underscores the importance of continued efforts to ensure the safety and security of all citizens, fostering a stronger and more unified society in the face of adversity.

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A bombing occurred at a mosque in the Kohat district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, claiming the lives of at least 16 people. The attack involved a vehicle packed with explosives ramming into the mosque, according to a senior police official in Peshawar. An exchange of gunfire between attackers and security forces is reported to be ongoing at the scene. Local media indicate that one assailant has been killed by police. A rescue operation is in progress, and the casualty figures may increase.

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Tragedy has struck the Kohat district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, with a brazen attack on a mosque resulting in significant loss of life. An explosive-laden vehicle was used in the assault, which has so far killed at least 16 individuals, including both civilians and police officers. The ongoing exchange of gunfire at the site raises serious concerns about the security situation and the persistent threat of violence. With a rescue operation underway and the death toll expected to rise, this incident casts a grim shadow over the region.

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A bombing occurred at a mosque in the Kohat district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, claiming the lives of at least 16 people. The attack involved a vehicle packed with explosives ramming into the mosque, according to a senior police official in Peshawar. An exchange of gunfire between attackers and security forces is reported to be ongoing at the scene. Local media indicate that one assailant has been killed by police. A rescue operation is in progress, and the casualty figures may increase.

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