Militant attack on police headquarters in Kohat, Pakistan, kills at least 31 people

In Kohat, Pakistan, a suicide bombing and subsequent gun attack on September 18, 2026, resulted in at least 31 deaths, including 16 police personnel. The attack occurred during Friday prayers at a mosque within a police compound, leading to a standoff with militants. Over 100 people were injured in the incident, which has been linked to the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, raising concerns about security in the region.