At Least 52 Killed and 70 Injured in Powerful Bomb Explosion Near Mosque in Pakistan

At least 52 people were killed and nearly 70 others were injured in a powerful bomb explosion near a mosque in Mastung, Pakistan on Friday. The blast occurred during a rally celebrating the birthday of Islam’s Prophet Muhammad.

According to Reuters, the suicide bomb blast struck a religious procession in Pakistan’s Balochistan province. The explosion happened near a mosque as people gathered for a procession to mark the Prophet Mohammad’s birthday, which is a public holiday in Pakistan.

TV footage and videos on the social media showed an open area near the mosque strewn with the shoes of the dead and wounded after the bombing. Deputy Inspector General of Police Munir Ahmed said the bomber detonated himself near the vehicle of the Deputy Superintendent of Police.

The injured were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. The death toll is expected to rise as many of the injured are in critical condition. The Pakistani government has condemned the attack and has vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.

The bombing has sparked outrage among the public, with many calling for an end to the violence and for the government to take action to protect its citizens. The Pakistani government has promised to investigate the incident and to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of its citizens.