Akora Khattak, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – A deadly explosion occurred inside the Haqqania Madrasa in Akora Khattak, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, during Friday prayers, resulting in the death of the madrasa’s head, Maulana Hamid-ul-Haq.
According to reports from Pakistani media, the blast, which is suspected to be a suicide attack, took place during Friday prayers. Initial reports indicate that the explosion caused casualties, though the exact number of victims has not yet been confirmed. Some sources report that at least five people have been killed, with many others injured.
Maulana Hamid-ul-Haq was the son of Maulana Sami-ul-Haq and served as the head of the Haqqania Madrasa. This madrasa is one of Pakistan’s most well-known religious institutions and has long been associated with various religious and militant groups.
The exact nature of the explosion remains unclear. Some sources claim it was a suicide attack, while others suggest that the blast may have been caused by an explosive device planted inside the madrasa. Security agencies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have confirmed the incident but have not yet provided definitive details.
So far, no militant group has claimed responsibility for the attack. Pakistani authorities have announced an investigation into the incident. This bombing comes at a time when security concerns in Pakistan are rising, with such attacks spreading fear among the population.
Pakistani security agencies have launched an inquiry into the incident. Security around the Haqqania Madrasa has been tightened, and authorities are working to determine the cause of the explosion.
