Suicide bomber kills 14 at Pakistan protest against militants
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A suicide bomber killed at least 14 people during an anti-militant rally in Pakistan’s Swat Valley on Sunday. The blast occurred near a police station in Kabal town, injuring more than two dozen others.
A suicide bomber killed at least 14 people in an attack during an anti-militant rally in Pakistan’s Swat Valley on August 2, 2026.5,4,1 The blast took place in Kabal town, located in the Swat Valley within Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.1 Protesters had gathered near a police station, chanting anti-militant slogans and demanding action against rising violence.1
At least 18 people were injured in the attack, according to officials.4,1 Footage showed victims being rushed into a hospital after the explosion.6 The Pakistani Taliban claimed responsibility for the bombing, authorities said.3
The explosion occurred as demonstrators rallied against a surge in violence in northwestern Pakistan.2 Officials stated the attack targeted protesters at an anti-militant demonstration.5,1 The blast included police officers among the fatalities, according to reports.4,1
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