19 killed in Khyber Agency blast

Peshawar: At least nineteen people have been killed and fifty others injured in a blast in Khyber Agency on Monday, Geo News reported.

The blast took place in the Jamrud Bazaar next to the soldier market.

The explosives were planted in a vehicle parked next to the market area.

10-12 vehicles parked near the market along with nearby shops and offices were also destroyed as a result of the blast.

Following the explosion, the area was cordoned off by security forces.