29-09-2023 19:39 via theguardian.com

Twin suicide attacks underline the depth of Pakistan’s crisis

Escalating violence comes at a time when the economy is in tatters and the caretaker government powerlessThe scenes of horror pictured on Friday have become all too familiar in Pakistan. This time it was a twin attack. A procession to mark the birthday of the prophet Muhammad and a police station were both targeted by suicide bombers, killing almost 60 people and injuring hundreds more.No one has yet claimed responsibility, but suspicion among officials and analysts was directed towards Islamic
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