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Pakistan suspends 8 officials after maternity ward fire kills 14 infants

August 30, 2026

Summary

Pakistan's prime minister suspended eight officials and called for criminal proceedings after a fire in a maternity ward killed 14 infants. The incident has prompted an investigation into the cause and accountability.

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