April 23, 2024 13:41 (IST)
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Pakistan: Blast in Khyber kills 5
Peshawar, Oct 15 (IBNS) At least five people were killed in a bomb blast in Pakistan's Khyber tribal region's Tirah valley on Wednesday, media reports said.
According to reports, seven people were injured in the blast.
"Moreover, sources said it was suspected that a suicide bomber may have targeted volunteers from the Zalakhel peace committee. However, the identity of the victims is yet to be ascertained," Dawn News reported.
After the blast,the police and rescue teams reached the spot.
The injured people were taken to a hospital.
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