South Asia
Pakistan: Blast rocks mosque close to Quetta, 4 killed
According to initial investigation by the police, the explosion was carried out with an improvised explosive device (IED) which was planted inside the mosque, reported Geo News.
The injured people were rshed to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Security officials cordoned off the area after the blast.
Strongly condemn the blast in Kuchlak Quetta. The purpose of such nefarious activities is to undermine peace in Pakistan. We have come this far in war against terrorism after exemplary sacrifices. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) August 16, 2019
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz chief Shehbaz Sharif condoled the loss of lives in the incident and tweeted: "Strongly condemn the blast in Kuchlak Quetta. The purpose of such nefarious activities is to undermine peace in Pakistan. We have come this far in war against terrorism after exemplary sacrifices. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families."