A deadly siege is continuing in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi after Taliban militants stormed a naval base.
Pakistani police say at least 10 gunmen are still inside the Mehran Naval base in Karachi.
The siege began last night (local time), when the militants stormed the complex, opening fire with automatic weapons and rocket propelled grenades.
It is believed up to seven people have been killed.
Police say several people, including military personnel, have been taken hostage.
The Pakistani Taliban have claimed responsibility for the attack and say the gunmen have enough supplies and ammunition to continue fighting for three days.
Pakistani interior minister Rehman Malik says an operation is underway to kill or capture the terrorists.
He says they attacked from the rear of the base.
"The terrorists have taken over a building within. This is an act of terrorism against Pakistan," he said.
"The Taliban and Al Qaeda had announced earlier that they would attack the armed forces and they have done this first act. Pakistan is suffering."
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