Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Emir Sirajul Haq, who narrowly escaped a suicide attack on his convoy in Balochistan’s Zhob, has expressed his invincible attitude towards death. The suicide bomber detonated himself right next to Haq’s unarmored vehicle, however, Haq remained unharmed along with others present in the vehicle.
It has been reported that the attack caused injuries to at least seven people, four of whom were severely injured. Footage from the scene revealed smoke rising close to the vehicle in which Sirajul Haq was traveling, and the dead body of the attacker was visible following the clearing of the smoke.
Despite the incident, Haq addressed the scheduled public gathering and spoke about the ongoing inflation and economic situation in the country. He blamed the present authorities for the situation and urged people to choose well-informed representatives to lead the country towards prosperity.
JI spokesman Qaiser Sharif confirmed minor damage to several vehicles during the attack.
Condemnations
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attack and ordered the Balochistan government to carry out a comprehensive investigation into the attack and ensure that the perpetrators are held accountable for their actions. He also wished for a full and speedy recovery of the injured.
Balochistan Chief Minister Abdul Quddus Bizenjo also denounced the attack, expressing grief over the injuries caused. He asserted that the government would not allow terrorists and their facilitators to succeed in their heinous plans.
Asif Ali Zardari, the President of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), also strongly condemned the suicide attack. He demanded the immediate arrest of those responsible for the attack and wished a swift recovery for those injured in the incident.
