Pakistani government officials say that a bomb explosion in a market in tribal region bordering Afghanistan has killed at least 18 and injured more than 50 people. Pakistani media reported that the explosion took place at Parachinar vegetable market this morning. Government official Shahid Khan said explosion took place when the market crowded with retailers buying fruits and vegetables from a wholesale shop. He said the nature of the explosion is being investigated. Dr. Sabir Hussain at the Parachinar main hospital says 11 critically wounded people brought from the blast at a vegetable market died during treatment. He said there are still several people in serious condition who are being shifted to other hospitals for better care. Parachinar is the capital of Kurram tribal region which has been the scene of high militant activities in the past years. Army carried out massive operation against militants here but they still have capacity to strike. No group has claimed responsibility.
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