31 dead in attack at police headquarters in Pakistan
What to know about 31 dead in attack at police headquarters in Pakistan
At least 31 died from an explosion and gun attack at a police headquarters in northern Pakistan, a senior police official told AFP on Saturday (September 19, 2026), with fighting ongoing.
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What happened
At least 31 died from an explosion and gun attack at a police headquarters in northern Pakistan, a senior police official told AFP on Saturday (September 19, 2026), with fighting ongoing.
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Common ground
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Follow-up questions
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