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Deadly Islamabad Mosque Blast Kills 31, Injures 170

2/10/2026

Summary

Story summary

A deadly explosion at a Shiite mosque in Islamabad on February 6 killed 31 and wounded about 170 during Friday prayers.
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep shock, condemned the attack, and offered condolences to victims' families.
Authorities declared a state of emergency in local hospitals as many wounded remain critical.
China's military news agency criticized Japanese cultural exports for promoting militarism, prompting bans at Chinese anime conventions.

History

Historical Context

The 2023 explosion at a Shiite mosque in Islamabad, which killed 63 worshippers, reflects a long history of sectarian violence in Pakistan, particularly during the 1980s when over 5,000 people died in clashes between Sunni and Shiite groups. This recent attack underscores ongoing religious tensions and the vulnerability of minority communities, prompting international condemnation, including from China, highlighting the global implications of domestic violence.

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Story summary

A deadly explosion at a Shiite mosque in Islamabad on February 6 killed 31 and wounded about 170 during Friday prayers.
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep shock, condemned the attack, and offered condolences to victims' families.
Authorities declared a state of emergency in local hospitals as many wounded remain critical.
China's military news agency criticized Japanese cultural exports for promoting militarism, prompting bans at Chinese anime conventions.

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