Death toll from bombing in southwestern Balochistan province climbs as more critically wounded patients die, officials say, while interior minister claims 'RAW is involved in the suicide attack.'
Death toll from bombing in southwestern Balochistan province climbs as more critically wounded patients die, officials say, while interior minister claims "RAW is involved in the suicide attack."Pakistani officials have long claimed that India sponsors violent groups in Pakistan — claims India has always denied. / Photo: AFP
Wasim Baig, the spokesperson for the health department in Balochistan province, where the attack took place, said on Saturday seven more people had died in hospital since Friday, which had caused the rise in the death toll, adding that more patients remained in critical condition. Pakistani officials have long claimed that India sponsors violent groups in Pakistan — claims India has always denied.
"RAW is involved in the suicide attack," he added, referring to India's Research & Analysis Wing [RAW] intelligence agency.
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