Hello everyone,
72 people were killed in suicide bombings on Sunday night in a crowded park in Lahore, in the East of Pakistan. Official sources related that the target was a Christian community celebrating Easter Gulshan-e-Iqbal Park, near the city-center.
The attack was claimed by a Taliban faction. Most of the victims, including 36 men, 7 women and 29 children, were Muslims. At least 300 other injuries were reported. Thus, a three-day mourning was declared in the Punjab province of which Lahore is the capital. Parks and public gardens, as well as commercial areas, are closed.
The Taliban faction has also threatened to commit more similar attacks in the future. This time, they will be targeting the Pakistani army and government infrastructure, as well as schools and universities. You are therefore advised to be careful when moving around the city, whether you are already on the spot or you are planning to travel there.
Our heart goes out to the families of victims of this attack. To each one of you, stay safe and pay particular attention to any safety measures in the area.