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Powerful explosion hits Islamabad Explosion hits Pakistan capital
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A powerful explosion has rocked the heart of Pakistan's capital Islamabad, reports say. A bomb has exploded near a police post in the heart of Pakistan's capital Islamabad.
The BBC's Barbara Plett in the city reports hearing a loud blast, although details about the exact location of the blast remain unclear. Gunshots were heard after the explosion but there was no confirmation of casualties, police said.
There was no immediate information about potential casualties or damage to buildings in the area. The BBC's Barbara Plett in the city reports hearing a loud blast followed by gunfire, although details about the explosion remain sketchy.
Police cordoned off the area and live television footage showed ambulances attending the scene.
There was no immediate information about potential damage to buildings in the area.
Violence in Pakistan has surged in recent months amid a wave of attacks blamed on Islamist militants.Violence in Pakistan has surged in recent months amid a wave of attacks blamed on Islamist militants.