A suicide bombing attempt was reported at an Imambargah in the Tarlai area of Islamabad shortly after Friday prayers. According to preliminary information, the suicide bomber was identified and confronted before reaching the main congregation area, leading to an explosion outside or at the perimeter of the facility.
Initial assessments indicate that the timely response and intervention helped prevent a potentially large-scale loss of life. Security personnel and individuals present at the site reportedly attempted to stop the attacker upon noticing suspicious behavior, prompting the premature detonation of the explosive device.
Authorities have confirmed that emergency response teams were immediately dispatched to the scene. Law enforcement agencies cordoned off the area, while rescue services shifted the injured to nearby hospitals. The extent of casualties is still being assessed, and officials have stated that further details will be shared once verified information becomes available.
Security agencies have launched a comprehensive investigation into the incident to determine the identity of the attacker, the nature of the explosive material used, and any possible links to terrorist networks. Additional security measures have been implemented in and around sensitive locations in the federal capital as a precautionary step.
Officials emphasized that the swift action taken on the ground significantly reduced the scale of damage and reaffirmed the commitment of security forces to safeguarding places of worship and civilian life.
The public has been urged to remain calm, avoid the affected area, and rely only on official sources for updates as the situation continues to develop.
