Alleged mastermind among four arrested after Pakistan mosque blast
Summary
Four people have been arrested in Pakistan, including an Afghan national accused of planning a mosque bombing. The attack during Friday prayers killed over 30 people and injured more than 160. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility, while Pakistan and Indian officials exchanged accusations regarding involvement.Key Facts
- Four suspects were arrested for their role in a mosque suicide bombing in Pakistan.
- The bombing killed more than 30 people and injured over 160 during Friday prayers.
- An Afghan national is alleged to be the mastermind of the attack.
- The bombing was the deadliest in Islamabad in over ten years.
- The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the attack.
- Pakistan's interior minister accused India of funding the attack, but India denied involvement.
- Pakistani officials suggested Afghanistan's involvement, which Afghan officials refuted.
- Pakistan plans to increase security in Islamabad by hiring more police and improving security systems.
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