Foiled Att@ck on FC Headquarters in Peshawar: Three Militants Killed, Three FC Personnel Martyred
A major att@ck on the Federal Constabulary (FC) Headquarters in Peshawar was foiled on Monday when secur-ity forces neutralised three suicide bombers. Despite the swift response, the incident resulted in the martyrdom of three FC personnel and injuries to 10 others, including civilians. Officials confirmed that the quick action of FC teams prevented a larger tragedy.
How the Att@ck Unfolded
The incident began when a suicide bomber disguised under a chaddor approached the main gate of the FC Headquarters. He detonated himself at the checkpoint, which instantly martyred three FC personnel. Moments later, two more attackers entered the compound from a side gate. Both carried rifles and grenades and moved toward the motorcycle stand, apparently seeking to take hostages. However, FC personnel engaged both militants in a brief firefight and eliminated them within minutes.
Police officials, including Capital City Police Officer Dr. Mian Saeed, stated that the attackers failed to reach their intended targets due to the disciplined response of the forces. A parade was underway at that time, which raised the stakes and underscored the importance of the timely engagement.
Casualties and Medical Response
Ten individuals suffered injuries in the incident. According to Lady Reading Hospital (LRH), three of the injured belonged to the FC while the remaining six were civilians. Medical teams provided immediate treatment, and hospital officials confirmed that all injured people were stable. The prompt evacuation and treatment ensured that the situation remained under control.
Deputy Commandant Javed Iqbal also verified the elimination of all three attackers. He noted that the forces showed remarkable readiness and cohesion during the operation.
National Leadership Praises Secur-ity Forces
Pakistan’s top leadership strongly condemned the att@ck and praised the forces for preventing a major tragedy. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded the bravery of FC personnel and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to eliminating terr0r networks. He reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to dismantle all threats targeting national stability.
President Asif Ali Zardari also condemned the incident and extended condolences to the families of the martyred personnel. He stated that externally-backed Fitna al-Khawarij would never succeed in undermining Pakistan’s unity or resolve. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi later attended the funeral prayers and declared that the province’s morale would not waver.
Escalation of Terr0r Incidents in Pakistan
Pakistan has witnessed a sharp rise in terr0r incidents since 2021, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The return of the Afghan Taliban regime coincided with increased cross-border militant activity. September’s att@ck in Bannu, in which six Army and FC personnel embraced martyrdom, highlighted the severity of the evolving threat. Islamabad continues to raise concerns about militant sanctuaries across the border and urges Kabul to act responsibly.
Recent talks facilitated by Qatar and Turkiye aimed to address the issue but ended without a breakthrough. Pakistani officials described the Taliban’s position as “far from reality,” which further stalled progress on regional secur-ity cooperation.
Conclusion
The foiled att@ck on the FC Headquarters demonstrates the vigilance and courage of Pakistan’s secur-ity forces. Despite the loss of three brave personnel, their swift action prevented a catastrophic event. As the country confronts a surge in terr0r activity, unified resolve and enhanced regional cooperation remain essential.
