Suicide Bombing at Khadija Tul Kubra Mosque in Islamabad Kills Dozens

On February 6, a suicide bombing struck the Khadija Tul Kubra Mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan, resulting in heavy casualties among worshippers. Authorities reported that at least 31 people were killed and around 100 others were injured when the attacker detonated explosives inside the mosque during a gathering. Emergency responders, including police and medical teams, rushed to the scene to evacuate the wounded and secure the area. Victims were transported to nearby hospitals in Islamabad, where doctors declared several in critical condition. Law enforcement cordoned off the neighborhood surrounding the mosque as investigators began collecting evidence and assessing the circumstances of the attack. Pakistani officials condemned the bombing and announced heightened security measures at religious sites across the capital following the incident. Investigations focused on identifying the attacker and determining any links to militant groups operating in the region. The attack added to ongoing security concerns in Pakistan at the time, particularly regarding assaults on civilian and religious targets.