Attack on northwest Pakistan police post kills 11 officers
Summary
At least 11 police officers were killed and dozens injured in an attack on a police checkpoint in northwest Pakistan near the Afghan border. The attackers used explosive drones and guns, and security forces fought back, killing 15 attackers. No group has claimed responsibility for this attack, but nearby violence has involved the Pakistan Taliban.Key Facts
- The attack happened in Hangu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, near the Afghan border.
- Attackers used quadcopters (small drones) loaded with explosives before ambushing the police post.
- 11 police officers were killed, and 28 were injured and hospitalized.
- Deputy Superintendent Diyar Khan, a police leader, was among those killed.
- Security forces killed 15 attackers after an hours-long gun battle.
- Attackers set three police cars on fire and stole another vehicle.
- The Pakistan Taliban (TTP) claimed a recent nearby suicide bombing but have not claimed this attack.
- Tensions and attacks along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border have increased recently, raising concerns of renewed conflict between the countries.
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