23/05/2011 10:44
Pakistan: Militants attack Karachi naval air base
Gunmen have attacked a military base in the Pakistani city of Karachi, killing 12 soldiers, officials say.
The attackers are now holding hostages, including Chinese military personnel, at the Mehran naval aviation base.
Eight hours after the incident began, blasts and gunfire were heard as security forces brought in more troops and tackled the militants.
The Pakistani Taliban says it is responsible for carrying out the attack, BBC reported.