A blast rocked Gulistan Bazaar in Qilla Abdullah, Balochistan, killing four and injuring several others, according to Levies sources. The explosion occurred near Jabbar Market, causing multiple shops to collapse and catch fire.
Deputy Commissioner Riaz Khan confirmed that 20 injured individuals were shifted to hospitals, while four lost their lives. He noted that the market borders the rear wall of the FC fort, and following the explosion, gunfire broke out between unidentified gunmen and FC personnel.
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The incident resulted in significant human and material losses, especially in the nearby market. Due to limited local medical facilities, the wounded were transferred to Quetta for treatment.
Tribal leader Haji Faizullah Khan Ghabizai, who was in his office during the blast, remained safe. However, his guard and several pedestrians sustained injuries.
Security forces have now sealed the area and launched a search and clearance operation.
