Terrorist Attack on Cadet College Wana Prevented, however six Civilians Were Injured

Security forces on Monday thwarted a terrorist attack on Cadet College Wana, reportedly carried out by the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), security sources said. “A suicide bomber detonated explosives at the main gate of the college, injuring six civilians,” security sources added in a statement. “Swift action by security personnel prevented the attackers from breaching the premises.” It added that a clearance operation was underway, with initial reports indicating that four to five terrorists have been killed. It added that the attackers attempted to replicate an incident similar to the 2014 Army Public School tragedy but were successfully neutralised before they could inflict large-scale damage. (DAWN)