A powerful explosion followed by gunfire was reported in Gwadar, a coastal city in Balochistan, on Thursday, with initial reports suggesting that a vehicle laden with explosives had targeted a Pakistani military installation.
Local residents reported hearing the blast and subsequent gunfire in the city. The sound of the explosion was also reportedly heard in the Sur and Pishukan areas, while reports said its force caused windows to shatter in nearby homes and the ground to shake.
According to preliminary reports, an explosives-laden vehicle was used to target a military installation, followed by sustained gunfire. Reports of the incident remain unconfirmed.
Further details about the nature of the attack, possible casualties and the extent of any damage were not immediately available.