Deadly Suicide Bombing Targets Pakistan Police Station, Leaving 22 Dead

A suicide bomber targeted a police station in northwest Pakistan, killing at least 23 security forces and injuring 32 others. The attack led to a shootout between militants and security forces, resulting in the deaths of all six attackers. The newly formed militant group Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attack. Pakistan's President and Interior Minister condemned the act of terrorism, and the region has seen a rise in violence this year. The Pakistani Taliban has increased attacks on security forces, taking advantage of their presence in Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover. Dera Ismail Khan is located near South Waziristan, a former militant sanctuary.