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Bride and groom among eight killed in explosion at wedding

Government officials survey the damage of a home caused by a gas cylinder explosion hours after a wedding reception, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Ehsan Shahzad)
Government officials survey the damage of a home caused by a gas cylinder explosion hours after a wedding reception, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Ehsan Shahzad) (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)
  • An early Sunday gas cylinder explosion in Islamabad, Pakistan, killed at least eight people, including a newlywed couple.
  • The blast occurred at a residential home after a wedding reception, while guests were sleeping, causing part of the house to collapse.
  • Seven individuals sustained injuries, and the explosion also resulted in damage to nearby properties.
  • Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed condolences, ordered a full investigation, and directed health authorities to ensure the injured receive optimal care.
  • Authorities are investigating the incident, which highlights the dangers of gas cylinder use in Pakistan due to reliance on liquefied petroleum gas and potential leaks.
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