What was the target of the vehicle bomb in Kohat?

The vehicle bomb targeted worshippers at a mosque during Friday prayers.

What is the Taliban government's stance on the blast?

They denied involvement and stated militancy is not supported by Pakistan.

What did the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police chief say about the attack?

Inspector General Zulfikar Hameed called it a grave incident and stressed efforts to maintain regional security.

16 Killed in Blast Near Mosque in Kohat, Pakistan

Explosion during Friday prayers causes multiple casualties and injuries

At least 16 people were killed and dozens injured when a vehicle loaded with explosives rammed into a mosque in Kohat, Pakistan, during Friday prayers. The blast caused significant casualties, police said, with emergency services attending the scene promptly.

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Published Sep 18, 2026

News Desk, Niharika Times

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At least 16 people were killed and dozens injured when a vehicle loaded with explosives rammed into a mosque in Kohat, Pakistan, during Friday prayers. Following the blast, an exchange of fire occurred between security forces and armed suspects, and investigations are ongoing. The Taliban government denied involvement in the attack, while authorities continue efforts to maintain security in the area.

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The explosion occurred near the mosque in northwest Pakistan's Kohat district, targeting worshippers during their prayers. Police confirmed the death toll as 16 and reported numerous injuries among the congregation. Following the blast, an exchange of fire took place with armed terrorists, according to police sources.

Authorities are investigating the incident, which has drawn condemnation from various quarters. The Taliban government has denied involvement, stating that militancy is not supported by Pakistan. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police chief inspector general Zulfikar Hameed described the attack as a grave incident, emphasizing ongoing efforts to maintain security in the region.

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What was the target of the vehicle bomb in Kohat?: The vehicle bomb targeted worshippers at a mosque during Friday prayers.
What is the Taliban government's stance on the blast?: They denied involvement and stated militancy is not supported by Pakistan.
What did the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police chief say about the attack?: Inspector General Zulfikar Hameed called it a grave incident and stressed efforts to maintain regional security.

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