Three members of Pakistan’s paramilitary Rangers were killed and four others wounded following an attack on their regional headquarters in Karachi, military officials confirmed on Sunday. The assault took place late Saturday night at the provincial command center located in the southern port city.

According to police reports and eyewitnesses, militants initiated the attack by driving an explosives-laden vehicle into the building, causing a blast that was immediately followed by intense gunfire exchanged between the assailants and security forces. The military stated that the confrontation resulted in the deaths of three militants, while one attacker was captured alive.

Authorities identified the captured individual as an Afghan national. Security forces continue to investigate the incident, which underscores ongoing challenges faced by Pakistan’s paramilitary units combating militant activity in urban centers.

The Pakistan Rangers operate as a paramilitary force tasked with maintaining internal security and often confront militant threats in volatile regions. The attack highlights persistent security risks in Karachi, a city that has experienced frequent clashes between law enforcement and armed groups.

There have been no immediate claims of responsibility for the assault. Officials have not provided further details regarding the motives behind the attack or the affiliations of the militants involved. Investigations remain ongoing as authorities seek to prevent similar incidents in the future.