Government sources on Friday confirmed that the suicide bomber behind the deadly mosque attack in Tarlai, on the outskirts of Rawalpindi, has been identified, marking a major investigative breakthrough in the case.
The bombing, which targeted worshippers and has so far claimed 31 lives while leaving scores injured, is now being probed through expanded counterterrorism and cross-border intelligence channels.
According to confirmed official information, the attacker had received terrorist training in Afghanistan. Investigators believe the bomber had traveled to Afghanistan multiple times and had returned to Pakistan some time before executing the assault.
Security sources say the suspect’s movement patterns, travel history, and operational facilitation networks are being mapped to identify handlers and logistical supporters.
Officials further asserted that various militant outfits operating from Afghan territory, under the patronage of the Taliban regime, pose a continuing threat to regional security.
Government sources also alleged that terrorist incidents inside Pakistan reflect a broader nexus involving Afghanistan-based elements in collusion with hostile external actors, including India, though operational details remain part of ongoing investigations.
Authorities emphasized that the nation stands united against such attacks, describing the bombing as a cowardly act targeting innocent worshippers.
They reiterated that assaults on mosques and civilians cannot weaken Pakistan’s collective resolve, vowing that all facilitators, planners, and abettors linked to the attack will be brought to justice.
Investigations remain underway as intelligence and law enforcement agencies pursue leads tied to training pipelines, cross-border linkages, and extremist support structures connected to the bomber.
