Karachi international airport observed heavy gunfire as security forces killed at least four of possibly ten attackers. Reports say that the airport's old terminal could be seen with smoke rising from it, and one Pakistani news channel aired footage of at least one plane on fire nearby. The confrontation occurred at the airport's cargo gates, near runways. The attackers, according to witnesses, wore security uniforms, and rammed through checkpoints with a van. Grenades and automatic rifles were used in the attack. Some reports indicate that two planes were in flame, and that huge fireballs could be seen near the runway.
The terrorists killed at least six people, four Airport Security Force guards and two airport employees. At least 16 people were reported injured.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, thought suspicion indicates the Taliban, or a related group.
-- Political Pistachio Conservative News and Commentary
The terrorists killed at least six people, four Airport Security Force guards and two airport employees. At least 16 people were reported injured.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, thought suspicion indicates the Taliban, or a related group.
-- Political Pistachio Conservative News and Commentary
Gunmen Attack Karachi Airport, Killing at least 6 - New York Times
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