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2023 North Waziristan terrorist attack
LocationShawwal tehsil, North Waziristan, Pakistan
Date19 August 2023
TargetLaborers
Attack type
Terrorist attack
Deaths11
Injured2

On 19 August 2023, a terrorist attack in the Gulmir Kot vicinity of North Waziristan, Pakistan, resulted in the death of 11 workers and caused injuries to two additional individuals. The explosion transpired as a vehicle transporting the laborers made contact with a concealed landmine. The wounded and deceased individuals were promptly transported to a nearby medical facility.[1][2]

Background

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This attack follows closely after a significant suicide explosion in Bajaur, where a minimum of 63 individuals, including 23 children, died, and over 200 others were wounded. The Islamic State took credit for the explosion.[3]

Reactions

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Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq vehemently denounced the incident, offering his heartfelt support to the afflicted families. Through a tweet, he conveyed his profound sorrow upon learning of the terrorist assault in North Waziristan.[2]

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References

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  1. ^ "11 labourers killed in landmine blast at Gulmir Kot area of North Waziristan". Nation.com.pk. 20 August 2023. Archived from the original on 2023-08-20. Retrieved 2023-08-20.
  2. ^ a b "11 labourers killed in landmine blast at Gulmir Kot area of North Waziristan". Radio Pakistan. 20 August 2023. Archived from the original on 26 August 2023. Retrieved 4 October 2023.
  3. ^ "Pakistan suicide bombing death toll rises to 63 | News". Al Jazeera. 2023-08-02. Archived from the original on 2023-08-02. Retrieved 2023-08-20.
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