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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
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
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]