Pakistan-based don Shahzad Bhatti released a video claiming responsibility for a grenade attack on social media influencer Rozer Sandhu's house in Jalandhar. The device, which didn't explode, was found by police officials. Bhatti warned of further attacks if Sandhu continued to disrespect Islam. Jalandhar police are investigating the incident and examining the suspicious object.
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