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Blast heard in Pakistani capital |
Blast by Pakistan Danish embassy |
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A large blast has been heard in the Pakistani capital Islamabad, according to reports. | At least three people have been killed in a large blast near the Danish embassy in the Pakistani capital Islamabad, according to reports. |
Residents in an area of city where a number of embassies are located reported windows breaking. | Witnesses reported people being carried off on stretchers. The cause of the explosion is not known. |
The cause of the apparent explosion is not known, and it is not clear whether there have been any casualties. | Two nearby buildings were damaged and a large crater was created by the force of the blast, which took place at about midday local time (0600 GMT). |
More details soon. | Residents in the area reported windows broken and a huge dark cloud of smoke. |
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