32 die in attack on Pakistan mosque

AN explosion yesterday shattered a Shiite Muslim mosque in Quetta, killing 32 worshippers on the Muslim sabbath, the Interior Ministry said. An additional 52 people were wounded, ministry spokesman Iftikar Ahmed said.

Angry Shiites rioted in the streets of this southwestern city, burning cars and tires. Some witnesses said the attack was carried out by two suicide bombers, while others said attackers threw grenades into the mosque, where an estimated 2,000 worshippers were gathered for prayers.

No one immediately claimed responsibility for the attack.