They Only Know How To Kill Pervez Hoodbhoy on human suicide bombs in the Times of India, 12 Mar 2008,

The indigenous human drone, equipped with an explosive vest surrounded with ball bearings and nails, has left a far bloodier trail. Six suicide attacks in 2006 turned into 62 in 2007. According to the South Asia Terrorism Portal, at least 1,523 civilians were killed in terror-related violence last year. Those praying in mosques or at funerals have been no safer than others at political rallies. Beards, and prayer marks on foreheads, are no protection either.