Bride and groom among 8 killed in gas cylinder blast at wedding in Pakistan’s capital

Summary

A gas cylinder explosion at a wedding reception in Islamabad killed at least eight people, including the bride and groom, injuring seven others and causing part of the house to collapse.

Key Points
  • A gas cylinder explosion at a wedding reception in Islamabad killed at least eight people, including the bride and groom.
  • The blast caused part of the house to collapse and injured seven people.
  • Nearby homes were also damaged due to the explosion.
  • Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed grief and ordered a full investigation into the incident.
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