International news : Attack on Pakistan’s second largest naval airbase in Balochistan
International news : Attack on Pakistan's second largest naval airbase in Balochistan
Terrorists attempted to attack Turbat International Airport and Naval Air Base in Pakistan’s restive Baluchistan province on Monday night. According to media reports, Pakistani security forces foiled the attack on the naval airbase and killed four terrorists. At the same time, there was no damage to Siddiq Airbase in the attack. Officials said that when the terrorists tried to enter the naval facility in Turbat district of Balochistan, they were immediately identified and killed. However, the Pakistani Army has not yet commented on this incident.
Initial reports said that on Monday night, terrorists attacked Turbat International Airport (TUK) and Pakistan’s second largest naval air station PNS Siddiq. Heavy firing and explosions were reported near both facilities. News agency ANI quoting The Balochistan Post said that there has been a terrorist attack on Pakistan’s second largest naval air station PNS Siddiq in Turbat. Several explosions have also been reported in the area. After the terrorist attack, health officials have declared emergency in the hospitals of Turbat and all doctors have been asked to report for duty immediately.