At least six people were killed in a suicide bombing at the Federal Constabulary (FC) headquarters in Peshawar, Pakistan, on November 24, 2025, in an attack that injured several others and shook the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).

Three suicide bombers targeted the paramilitary force’s complex in a densely populated area of the city. Security officials confirmed that three FC personnel stationed at the main gate were killed when one bomber detonated explosives, while the other two assailants were shot dead before reaching the parade grounds inside the compound.

Details of the Attack

According to Peshawar Capital City Police Officer Mian Saeed Ahmad, the attackers attempted to breach the headquarters during morning parade drills, when a large number of FC personnel were present in an open area.

“The terrorists involved in today’s attack were on foot and failed to reach the parade area, and a timely response by our forces prevented a much larger tragedy,” Ahmad stated.

In addition to the fatalities, at least six civilians were reported injured and were taken to Lady Reading Hospital, where officials confirmed all were in stable condition. Both Lady Reading Hospital and Khyber Teaching Hospital declared emergencies following the incident.

Security Measures and Response

Authorities cordoned off the surrounding area immediately, securing the scene for investigation. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the swift action of security forces, emphasizing the need to identify and bring the perpetrators to justice.

“We will thwart the evil designs of terrorists who attack Pakistan’s integrity,” Sharif said in a statement.

President Asif Ali Zardari also condemned the attack, expressing “heartfelt condolences” to the victims’ families and lauding the courage of FC personnel on social media.

Suspected Perpetrators and Context

No group has officially claimed responsibility for the Peshawar attack. However, the Pakistan Taliban (Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, TTP), which is allied with the Afghan Taliban, has been linked to similar assaults across Pakistan in recent years.

The TTP has been blamed for escalating violence inside Pakistan while reportedly operating with relative freedom across the border in Afghanistan. This attack comes less than two weeks after a suicide bomber killed 12 people outside a court in Islamabad, demonstrating a continuing pattern of targeted violence against security forces.

Broader Implications

The latest incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Peshawar and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where terrorist attacks on paramilitary installations, police, and government buildings have increased. Authorities warn that coordinated attacks by foot or vehicle-borne explosives remain a persistent threat to civilians and security personnel alike.

Officials continue investigations to determine if the attack involved external coordination, and security forces have been placed on high alert nationwide to prevent further incidents.