Bomb Blast Rocks Hotel in Pakistan

A bomb went off at a five-star hotel in Peshawar, Pakistan this morning. According to reports, the building has been completely destroyed.

Ambulances and rescue crews are at the scene. At least 24 injured have been taken to Lady Reading Hospital following the attack at Pearl Continental Hotel. The hotel was attacked both by bombs and gunmen. At least five people have been kills. Unconfirmed reports say that foreign nationals are among the wounded. Reports at BNO News say that Pakistani Senator Abdul Nabi Bangash is one of those who were injured in the attack.

Kamal Hyder of Al Jazeera reports:

"The hotel is famous with VIPs and journalists. The attacker is said to have brought his vehicle into the compound ... explosives had been planted inside," he said.

"It is still not clear whether this was a suicide attack as, at the entrance to the hotel, there is very strong security and barriers that are lowered so vehicles can be checked."

Ary News TV reports that there are at least 5 dead and dozens have been injured. The blast destroyed the hotel's main entrance. Several cars outside of the hotel were also destroyed. Fire has been reported at the blast site. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze. Emergency has been declared that Lady Reading Hospital. The hotel is used as the residence of United Nation's staffers. There has been one suspect arrested. While no one has claimed responsibility of the bombing the Pakistani government have been battling it out in recent weeks with the Taliban. The death toll has now reached 11. This is a breaking news story and will have updates as they come in.