Muscat terrorist attack claims lives of four Pakistanis, several injured
At the time of shooting, over 700 people were present in the mosque, including Pakistanis. Photo: Express
Foreign Office confirmed the death of four Pakistanis in a terrorist attack on an Imambargah in Muscat on Tuesday.
The attack occurred at the Majlis-e-Aza (mourning assembly) held at Ali bin Abu Talib Imambargah in Wadi Kabir area, leaving an additional 30 Pakistanis injured and receiving medical treatment.
Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch condemned the cowardly act, expressing Pakistan's grief and solidarity with the victims.
She stated that the Pakistani embassy in Oman is coordinating with local authorities to identify and repatriate the bodies of the deceased. A helpline has been established for the Pakistani community in Oman, providing assistance and answering queries.
In a video, Ambassador Imran Ali talked about visiting local hospitals to check on the injured and ensure they receive the best care.
Local media reports indicate that the shooting caused a stampede, resulting in additional injuries as people were trampled that resulted in the death of two Pakistani nationals.
Pakistan has offered full support to Omani authorities in the investigation, particularly during the sacred month of Muharram.