Initial probe reveals terrorists planned prolonged siege in Kohat Police Lines attack
Initial investigations into the Kohat Police Lines attack reveal that terrorists intended to conduct a prolonged siege rather than just a suicide bombing. The attackers utilized heavy weaponry and drone technology to coordinate their assault.
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The revelation of advanced planning and tactical intent highlights evolving security threats in the region.
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facebook --> twitter --> whatsup --> linkded --> email MORE (3) Messenger Whatsapp --> Ambulances are seen at the site of an explosion near the police headquarters in Kohat in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on September 18, 2026. Photo: AFP PESHAWAR: Significant revelations emerged on Sunday from the initial investigation into the terrorist attack on the Kohat Police Lines. According to the investigation team, the attackers did not limit themselves to a mere suicide bombing and had planned to enter the Police Lines and maintain a siege of the compound for several hours.
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