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At least six people were killed and 12 others injured on Tuesday in an explosion near a courthouse in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, according to police.
Emergency teams were dispatched to the scene after residents reported hearing a loud blast near the district court building.
Security forces cordoned off the area while rescue operations were underway.
Initial police reports said the explosion occurred near the courthouse, leaving several casualties.
Local broadcaster Samaa TV reported that the blast took place in a parked vehicle close to the courthouse.
However, Geo TV reported that the explosion was caused by a suicide attack.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the blast as investigations continue.
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