According to Radio Pakistan, security forces in Bannu thwarted a terrorist attack on Monday in the cantonment area. Terrorists tried to breach the high-security cantonment perimeter by detonating an explosives-laden vehicle near the supply depot’s outer wall.
“Security forces intervened promptly, preventing the terrorists’ attempt,” the report stated, noting that a clearance operation is underway.
Local residents reported hearing two explosions near the cantonment around 4:40 a.m. Houses and shops in the vicinity suffered damage from the blasts, raising concerns about possible casualties.
