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Pakistan: Death Toll from Karachi Mall Fire Rises to 21, Over 60 Missing

Published January 19, 2026, 14:02
Pakistan: Death Toll from Karachi Mall Fire Rises to 21, Over 60 Missing

At least 21 people have died and over 60 are missing after a devastating fire broke out in a shopping mall in Karachi, Pakistan. The fire destroyed the busy Gul Plaza building, causing panic and destroying property. Rescuers are continuously recovering bodies, while dozens of people have been taken to hospitals with injuries. Among the dead is a 25-year-old rescuer. The fire is now under control, and authorities are investigating the cause. There are reports of possible involvement of the Dawood Ibrahim family in the fire, as well as suspicions about a newly hired employee who is said to have fled Pakistan.