The bombing of a Shia procession in Karachi underscored multiple security challenges facing Pakistan.
“I appeal to the people of Karachi to remain peaceful. This is the economic hub of Pakistan,” Rehman Malik told reporters after attending the funeral of a paramilitary soldier who authorities said pounced on the suicide bomber.
“Anybody trying to destabilise Karachi is actually destabilising Pakistan,” Malik said.
Malik had also ordered a thorough inquiry into the incident.
Speaking after the funeral prayers at the Polo Ground, the minister said experts were analysing the CCTV footage of the blast.
He said the face of the suicide bomber can clearly be seen in the video and authorities were doing their level best to identify the man.
Malik said people who set fire to shops, markets and vehicles after the blast were among the terrorists. He pointed out that arsonists had equipment on hand to set fire to buildings moments after the blast took place.
The minister also urged political leaders to overcome their differences and unite in order to save Pakistan. He also asked the citizens of Karachi to remain calm and cooperate with law enforcement agencies.
No comments:
Post a Comment