Islamabad was placed on high alert on Monday following a deadly attack on the Frontier Corps (FC) headquarters in Peshawar, prompting extensive security measures across the federal capital. Authorities launched strict screening at all entry points to the city and reinforced security around key government buildings, including the Red Zone, to prevent any potential follow-up attacks.
Special teams have been deployed to monitor public transport, with passengers’ identity card details being recorded at major terminals such as Faizabad bus station. Transport operators have been instructed to provide complete passenger data to law enforcement agencies to ensure comprehensive tracking and screening.
The heightened alert was triggered after FC personnel successfully foiled an attack on their Peshawar headquarters earlier in the day. A suicide bomber targeted the main gate of the facility, but security forces responded swiftly, killing two militants before they could cause further damage. The attack resulted in the martyrdom of three FC personnel, while eight others, including four officials, were injured.
Authorities confirmed that the slain attackers were Afghan nationals who had planned to strike a parade taking place inside the FC compound. The rapid response by FC forces prevented what could have been a far more devastating incident.
Islamabad police emphasized that the heightened security measures would remain in place until the threat level is deemed to have subsided. These measures are part of broader precautionary steps aimed at minimizing risks in the wake of the Peshawar attack and ensuring the safety of residents and government infrastructure in the federal capital.
Officials continue to urge the public to remain vigilant, cooperate with security personnel, and report any suspicious activity. The alert underscores the ongoing security challenges in the country and the need for proactive measures to prevent similar attacks, particularly in high-profile urban centers like Islamabad.
The incident in Peshawar and the subsequent alert in Islamabad highlight the continued threat from militant elements targeting security forces and critical installations across the country.
