Bombing near Shiite place of worship kills 15 in NW Pakistan
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A powerful bomb exploded near a minority Shiite Muslim place of worship in the northwest town of Parachinar on Friday, killing at least 15 people and wounding over 50 others, officials said.
Mushtaq Ghani, a spokesman for the provincial government, said the attack took place near Parachinar's Shiite mosque, which is located near the Noor Market. TV footage showed people transporting the victims in ambulances and private vehicles.
The blast was so powerful it also damaged vehicles and nearby shops, according to government administrator Zahid Hussain. He said authorities have announced an emergency and rescuers are transporting the dead and wounded to nearby hospitals.
