Sunday, June 8, 2014

Karachi Airport Attacked, Fire: Pakistan Militants Reportedly Attack Jinnah International Airport with Guns, Grenades

http://www.theepochtimes.com/
The Karachi International Airport was allegedly assaulted by Pakistani militants on Sunday, according to reports. Officials in Pakistan confirmed the attack to AFP and Newsweek Pakistan, while Reuters reported that at least four security personnel were confirmed dead. Newsweek reported that several gunmen armed with grenades were involved in the assault. Local television stations said thick smoke was seen rising from the airport. All flights at the airport are being diverted, other reports said. Dawn News reported that four Airport Security Force (ASF) personnel were injured in the incident. The attackers were said to have forged fake ID cards to get into the area. Eight to ten attackers are said to have been in a battle with security forces. Police and other security forces have been deployed around the airport and routes inside have been sealed off.
http://www.theepochtimes.com/n3/722484-karachi-airport-attacked-pakistan-militants-reportedly-attack-with-guns-grenades/

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