Another terrorist attack near Karachi airport; Pakistani Taliban claims responsibility

Karachi: Unidentified gunmen opened fire outside Pakistan's Karachi international airport on Tuesday, a day after an all-night siege ended with the killing of more than 30 people, including 10 Taliban militants.

"Gunmen are exchanging fire with Airport Security Force personnel at a checkpost guarding the airport," an ASF spokesman said.

Heavy gunfire and explosions were heard, sending citizens into panic, reported the Dawnnews.

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Exchange of firing continues between the ASF officials and terrorists outside the camp. Sounds of explosions were also heard, causing panic among citizens in the vicinity.

Ranges and police continents have rushed to the scene. An emergency situation has been imposed in the area.

The attack came a day after the deadly assault at Karachi international airport in which 12 security personnel, 8 civilian and 10 terrorists were killed.

The outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has claimed responsibility for the attack on airport.