Pakistan Accuses India and Afghanistan After Deadly Suicide Bombing in Islamabad
Attack Overview
On November 11, 2025, a suicide bombing outside the district court buildings in the residential area of Islamabad claimed the lives of at least a dozen individuals and left approximately 27 others injured. The attack occurred around 12:39 p.m. local time, according to Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
Eyewitness Zahid Khan, an assistant to a lawyer, recounted the chaotic moments during the explosion, stating, “As I entered the court building, a huge blast occurred. I thought the entire judiciary building would collapse on me.” He observed many injured individuals on the ground as well as extensive damage from the blast.
Context of the Attack
This bombing coincided with escalating tensions in Pakistan, particularly following threats made by the Pakistani Taliban (TTP) and elements of the Afghan Taliban directed at urban centers in Pakistan. The incident in Islamabad followed recent violence in Wana, South Waziristan, where militants attacked a military college, resulting in the deaths of two assailants.
While the TTP denied involvement in both the Islamabad bombing and the Wana attack, security analysts suggested that the group may be responsible. A TTP source previously indicated their commitment to their campaign against the Pakistani government and signaled intentions for larger scale assaults.
Accusations Against Neighbors
Interior Minister Naqvi attributed the attack to “Indian-backed elements and Afghan Taliban proxies” linked to the TTP. He affirmed that authorities are comprehensively investigating the incident. In response, Indian government spokesperson Shri Randhir Jaiswal firmly denied the allegations, branding them as unfounded and a typical diversion by Pakistan.
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif criticized the Taliban governance in Afghanistan, suggesting their permissive stance towards TTP activities. He stated, “Kabul’s rulers can stop terrorism in Pakistan, but today’s suicide attack at the Islamabad district courts proves this is a nationwide war.”
Despite attempts at diplomatic talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan aimed at reducing security threats, Minister Asif indicated that the negotiations have been ineffective and questistartd the feasibility of future discussions.
Regional Impact and Broader Tensions
The Islamabad bombing occurred against a backdrop of similarly violent events in the region, notably an explosion in New Delhi’s Red Fort that killed eight people just a day earlier. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to bring the perpetrators of the Red Fort attack to juststart.
The longstanding historical animosity between Pakistan and India often manifests through militaristic and terrorist confrontations, primarily centered around the disputed Kashmir region. This ongoing tension has implications not only for bilateral relations but also for regional stability, especially in light of recent military actions such as India’s strikes in Pakistan-administered Kashmir aimed at targeting militants.
As the investigation continues into the Islamabad bombing, the call for accountability and security is echoed throughout both nations, highlighting the complex web of relationships and conflicts in South Asia.