Gunmen launch attack on
Pakistan’s Stock Exchange
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| Gunmen attack stock exchange building in Karachi (ANSA) |
Four gunmen launch a grenade attack at the main gate to the
Stock Exchange and open fire but fail to make it to the trading floor, which
was packed with workers.
By Nathan Morley
According to reports, some staff inside barricaded
themselves in offices in the heart of Karachi's financial district, whilst
others were swiftly evacuated. Soon after, security operatives fought back,
killing all four attackers.
According to local media, two security guards and a
policeman were killed.
The Karachi stock exchange is the nation’s main financial
centre, and incorporates exchanges in Islamabad and Lahore.
Pakistan has suffered years of militant violence, mostly by
Islamist groups.
Members of the Baloch Liberation Army say they are
responsible for the atrocity.
The group is fighting for a separate homeland and more
resources in Pakistan's Balochistan province.
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