Karachi: A suspected suicide bomber attacked the headquarters of the Sindh Rangers in Karachi, killing nine people, including three Rangers personnel, and injuring others, according to local media reports.
The attack reportedly began when the bomber detonated explosives at the main entrance of the Sindh Rangers headquarters. Moments later, other armed assailants allegedly opened fire on security personnel, leading to an intense exchange of gunfire inside and around the premises.
According to reports, the militant outfit Jamaat-ul-Ahrar (JuA) has claimed responsibility for the attack, stating that nine of its fighters participated in the assault. Pakistani authorities have not yet officially confirmed the claim.
#BREAKING: Major terror attack in Karachi, Pakistan. Jamaat Ul Ahrar (JuA)- splinter group of TTP claims responsibility for the attack on Sindh Rangers HQRS. Attack carried out by suicide squad named “Khulafa-e-Rashideen Ishtishhadi Brigade”. 9 people dead as per initial reports. pic.twitter.com/fog5u2KbIG
— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) June 27, 2026
Witnesses quoted in local reports said the first explosion was particularly powerful and was followed by two smaller blasts. The explosions were accompanied by sustained gunfire, prompting panic in the surrounding area.
The attack occurred on a key road in Gulistan-i-Jauhar, a busy locality that connects several universities and provides access to Pakistan’s Meteorological Department.
Police, Rangers personnel and rescue teams rushed to the site soon after reports of the explosion and firing emerged. Authorities cordoned off the area, diverted traffic and launched a security operation to secure the headquarters and search for any remaining attackers, Dawn reported.
🚨 BREAKING: A major Suìcide attack has targeted a Pakistan Rangers facility in Karachi. 🇵🇰
Initial reports indicate a suicide blast followed by heavy gunfire near the Rangers compound in Gulistan-e-Johar.
What we know so far:
• At least 3 Pakistan Rangers personnel have… pic.twitter.com/BZ2jNgNlCA
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Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has sought a detailed report on the incident from the concerned authorities, according to his spokesperson.
Officials have not yet confirmed the exact cause of the explosion, the identities of all those killed or injured, or whether all the attackers have been neutralised. Investigations are currently underway to determine the sequence of events and assess the full extent of the attack.
