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Explosion and gunfire in Bannu Cantt injured multiple
A powerful explosion followed by intense gunfire was reported in the Bannu Cantt area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leading to the injury of multiple individuals, including women and children.
According to media reports, the explosion occurred near the Kohati Gate wall in Bannu Cantt, resulting in injuries to at least eight people. The blast was powerful enough to shatter the windows of nearby buildings, and its sound was heard far and wide. Following the explosion, unknown assailants began firing, further exacerbating the situation.
Sources indicate that the injured were hit by both the gunfire and the flying glass from broken windows. In response to the incident, security in Bannu has been placed on high alert.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, and the injured have been taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities are investigating the incident, and efforts are underway to ensure the safety and security of the residents.